Group Lead

MTU Aero Engines North America•Rocky Hill, CT

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

Group Lead We Shape the Future of Aviation - one in three planes flies with MTU technology. We work hard to keep growing – not just for tomorrow or next week, but for generations to come. Join us to shape your career and the future of aviation. MTU is looking for an experienced engineer to join us for an opportunity to apply and share their knowledge and expertise. We are committed to providing an environment where you can share expert solutions, make important decisions, and help mentor less experienced engineers. We offer a strong benefits package, including rich health plans, a retirement savings plan, and income protection programs. Our company also offers a healthy work-life balance through a hybrid work schedule and a variety of flexible work arrangements. MTU AENA employees drive their own success in an environment that celebrates achievements. The Group Lead plays a key role in overseeing the day to day activities of the Group. The Group Lead provides mentorship and guidance to the team, maintaining high standards of quality and productivity while fostering a collaborative and engaging work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree in relevant field
10+ years of relevant industry experience
2+ years of team leadership experience
Eligible to work in the United States without Sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Intra-company job assignment/rotation strongly preferred
Occasional international travel may be required

Responsibilities

Group Leadership
Create inspiring work environment that motivates team members
Actively identify and remove barriers that might demotivate employees, ensuring a smooth workflow and fostering a positive team spirit.
Prioritize team-building activities and support community initiatives to strengthen group cohesion.
Promote company values by highlighting collaboration and teamwork across departments, locations, and hierarchical levels to share ideas and resources.
Operational Oversight
Ensure that the group adheres to all company policies and procedures by overseeing day-to-day operations (i.e. timesheet approvals, reviewing expense reports, training records, hybrid work schedules)
Coordinate time-off schedules, job rotations, and assignments, ensuring that workloads are appropriately balanced.
Approve PTO/Flextime requests, maintaining smooth operations during employee absences.
Task Oversight
Delegate and prioritize group member tasks in accordance with Group needs, individual strengths and experience
Facilitate communication between group members and customers; ensure deliverables are being met
Proactively resolve operational challenges within the group, ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning
Budgetary Ownership
Provide input for Department Operational budget and manage Group budget
Manage both group project budgets and allocated internal budget; track spending to ensure group remains within budgetary limits, departmental and company-wide financial goals
Relationship Management
Facilitate strong working relationships between group members and other departments, customers and external partners
Develop and maintain strong customer relationships; gather feedback to continuously improve service quality
Form strong relationships with company-wide Group Leads (your peer Group) by meeting on a regular basis for alignment, sharing of best practices, and alignment on strategic priorities
Communication
Conduct Group Meetings to discuss projects, challenges, escalations and successes within the Group
Communicate relevant information down to Group and up to Manager
Employee Development
Conduct regular, meaningful 1:1’s with junior engineers monthly and senior engineers every other month to connect and discuss progress, address concerns relative to development goals and expectations
Provide advice and support to Project Leads and Task Focals
Create and execute development plans for team members, ensuring alignment with broader department goals; work with Department Manager and Technical Lead to adjust plans as necessary
Performance Management
Write clear and direct annual feedback summaries; conduct reviews with Department Manager to ensure transparency and consistency in expectations
Write and support the execution of Group development plans’ ensure team members understand how individual goals connect to group and company strategy
Recognize high-performing employees through company Recognition Program
Strategic Input
Provide input to Manager about changing business, financial and operational information
Propose changes to existing Group structure as necessary
Recruiting
Support department recruitment activity by reviewing candidates in applicant tracking system
Participate in interview de-brief meetings
Continuous Improvement
Foster an environment of continuous improvement and ensure resources are available
Empower employees to make changes in the spirit of continuous improvement