Senior Aero Excellence Assessor (m/w/d)

About the Position

Senior Aero Excellence Assessor (m/w/d)

We are seeking a Senior Aero Excellence Assessor to join Diehl Aviation. This role involves representing Diehl Aviation within the Aero Excellence Initiative (SCE A) and actively shaping and developing industry-wide excellence standards in the aerospace sector.

Responsibilities

• Represent Diehl Aviation within the Aero Excellence Initiative (SCE A) and actively contribute to the development of industry-wide excellence standards in the aerospace industry.
• Plan, lead, and conduct international Aero Excellence Assessments at suppliers, focusing on operational excellence, particularly in terms of efficiency, competitiveness, management systems, and operational performance.
• Analyze and evaluate company, production, planning, and control processes along the entire value chain, including the assessment of MRP/MRP-II systems and their effectiveness.
• Assess the maturity of Lean Production Systems and identify optimization potentials to sustainably increase performance, quality, and value creation.
• Provide expert advice and steer targeted improvement and benchmarking initiatives at suppliers in the areas of operational excellence, sustainability, and cyber security to sustainably strengthen the supply chain's performance and resilience.

Requirements

• Several years of professional experience (at least 5 years) as a Lead Assessor or Lead Auditor in an international environment with proven expertise in conducting assessments, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Solid knowledge and practical application of internationally recognized methods and standards, particularly APICS, Six Sigma Black Belt, Minitab, APQP, and VDA 6.3.
• Ideally, several years of experience in the aviation industry (at least 2 years) and comprehensive knowledge of relevant regulatory and normative requirements, especially EN/AS9100 and EASA Part 21/G.
• Experience in training, mentoring, and developing assessors, as well as strong coaching, moderation, and communication skills in an international environment.
• High international travel readiness and fluent German and English language skills in speech and writing.

Nice to Have

• Experience in the aviation industry

We Offer

• Firmenrad (Company bike)
• Competitive salary
• Flexible working hours
• Family-owned company
• Company pension scheme

About the Company

Diehl Aviation Laupheim GmbH

Join Diehl, where your contributions matter.

Mazlum Urus

Tel.: +49 7392 703-1049

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