Fleet Transaction Tech Manager

WestJet Group•Calgary, AB

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director, Fleet Leasing and Transactions, the Fleet Transaction Tech Manager will oversee management of transactions related to the WestJet fleet. This role plays a critical part in managing, negotiating, and executing transactions on aircraft and aircraft-related assets across the fleet lifecycle. This role acts as a central point of coordination between internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure timely, compliant and cost-effective fleet transactions.

Requirements

An overall 8 years + of experience with the following:
Proven experience in the airline industry, specifically in areas such as aircraft and asset transfers, aircraft evaluation, fleet planning, or contract management
Solid understanding of aircraft technical specifications and operational
Strong grasp of commercial aviation markets, aircraft financing, and fleet strategy
Demonstrated strength in analytical thinking, negotiation, and project management
Comfortable with developing relationship with internal stakeholders and external industry contacts, including maintenance providers and aircraft lessors

Nice To Haves

In-depth knowledge of WestJet’s fleet and network, including familiarity with maintenance programs and contractual frameworks would be a strong asset

Responsibilities

Support the origination, negotiation, and documentation of aircraft transactions including acquisitions, sales, leases, returns and modifications
Ensure enforcement of contracted terms to secure financial benefit for WestJet. Negotiate and resolve contractual and/or technical issues, as required
Coordinate with operational teams including fleet transition, engineering, maintenance, and flight operations and maintain working relationships with lessors, maintenance providers to ensure compliant and timely transactions
Manage aircraft redelivery, return condition, and end-of-lease management processes
Maintain and communicate transaction timeline and milestones. Identify and mitigate transaction risks (technical, commercial, regulatory)
Manage tracking of costs related to modifications and redelivery requirements to ensure cost efficiency
Collaborate with the Fleet Planning team to align transaction activity with long-term fleet strategy