Director Programme Management | Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG

Director Programme Management

Fly with us into the future and become part of the team at one of the most innovative aircraft manufacturers in the world.

MANAGEMENT / MANAGEMENT SUPPORT

Your place of work:

Stans, Schweiz

What you do:

• Lead and develop the Programme Management Department by ensuring the team is structured, trained, and equipped to deliver complex aviation programmes
• Oversee the execution of Government Aviation programmes, ensuring adherence to processes, timelines, budgets, and customer satisfaction
• Implement robust risk management by overseeing risk identification in bids, managing risk budgets, and leading programme and cost reviews
• Foster strong customer relationships and collaborate with internal departments to ensure seamless programme execution
• Enhance programme management by improving tools, templates, and procedures while fostering a lessons-learned culture
• Contribute to strategy and leadership by representing the department in leadership forums, supporting unit-wide initiatives, and driving strategic projects

What you bring:

• Extensive aviation expertise with solid experience in the aircraft industry, ideally Pilatus trainers, and knowledge of training systems and aviation products
• Strong educational background with technical qualifications (e.g., Engineering degree), business education (e.g., MBA), and Programme Management certifications being beneficial
• Proven leadership skills in managing direct and cross-functional teams, leading complex programmes, and demonstrating lateral leadership capabilities
• Excellent stakeholder management with a track record in customer negotiations, collaboration across departments, and process optimization experience
• High personal competence with strong organizational skills, accountability, resilience, and the ability to work independently and accurately
• Exceptional interpersonal and management skills including motivation, empathy, commercial awareness, intercultural understanding, and innovative thinking

What we offer

• A committed, international team and unique projects
• Flexible working hours and individual pension solutions
• Support for training and opportunities for personal and professional development
• Discounted meals in our staff restaurant and various discounts for employees
• Team events at which we celebrate our successes together

Become part of the Pilatus family

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Your contact:

Basil Ballweg, Human Resources Manager, Phone: +41 41 619 36 42