Director Operations Middle East (m/f/d)

About This Role

WE LOVE AVIATION

RH Aero Systems is setting the standard for aviation support equipment and services. Through our industry-leading businesses – Rhinestahl and HYDRO – we deliver capability across custom-designed Ground Support Equipment, OEM-licensed engine and airframe tooling, 26 global service centers, and innovative engineered solutions for OEMs, MROs, and Operators worldwide.

Director Operations Middle East (m/f/d)

YOUR TASKS

• Develop deep operational capabilities in the Middle East to support and grow the company’s expertise in the region and globally.
• Provide leadership to the teams to ensure product quality, reliability, and delivery of commitments on time and on budget.
• Oversee and expand service business in the region through operational efficiencies, on-time delivery, and customer experience.
• Drive team performance and collaboration to strengthen relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and inspire team leads to create and execute strategic plans aligned with their respective functions and targets.
• Provide regular reports and strategic recommendations to the leadership team.
• Identify and implement business improvements that enhance cost-efficiency and operational effectiveness.
• Clearly communicate the company’s value propositions and ensure alignment with organizational processes.
• Proactively assess and address challenges, ensuring timely resolution of issues impacting operations or strategy.
• Lead and support change initiatives that foster innovation and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Promote a culture of compliance, accountability, and ongoing process enhancement.
• Align with the Director Sales on all customer-related topics and ensure stable load from the market.

YOUR PROFILE

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Service Operations, Business, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
• Strong background in operations management within manufacturing, ideally in the aviation industry.
• Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams with strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Strong understanding of engineering and industrial production processes.
• Experience working in SMEs and matrix organizations.
• International business exposure with cultural awareness and adaptability.
• Expertise in project management, productivity improvement, and strategic planning.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities; confident at executive level.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; thrives under pressure.
• High-level organizational and decision-making capabilities.
• Represents the company at events and maintains a strong public profile.

YOUR CONTACT Daniel Geiger

Vice President Human Resources

HYDRO Systems GmbH & Co. KG

Ahfeldstraße 10 ▪ 77781 Biberach / Baden

rhaero.com