Program Manager / Contract Implementation Manager North Africa (m/f/x)

Grob Aircraft SE designs and builds some of the world's most advanced training and special-mission aircraft. With more than 3,500 aircraft delivered to air forces, flight schools, and government operators worldwide, our products stand for German engineering excellence, safety, and reliability.

Following the signing of a major contract with a North African customer, we are looking for an experienced Program Manager / Contract Implementation Manager to take ownership of the end-to-end delivery of this agreement. At the heart of the contract is the introduction and long-term fleet management of the G120TP. This is your chance to run a flagship international program, hands-on, close to the aircraft and close to the customer.

Your Mission

You own the contract implementation from day one, with a clear focus on getting the G120TP fleet into service and keeping it running. You lead an integrated project team across the company, act as the single point of contact for the customer, and make sure aircraft, spares, training and support are delivered on time, on quality, and on cost.

Your Responsibilities

• Own the implementation of the contract, with a strong focus on G120TP fleet introduction and lifecycle management
• Lead an integrated project team across engineering, production, logistics and customer support in a matrix organisation
• Plan and steer aircraft delivery, spares provisioning, training programs and support services against contractual milestones
• Act as the main interface to the customer and central coordinator within Grob for all fleet-related topics
• Coordinate and communicate between all internal and external parties involved, including the customer's operations and maintenance teams
• Track and report on fleet status, milestones, deliverables and contractual obligations
• Take responsibility for timeline, budget and quality across the full program

Your Profile

• Minimum of 5 years experience in project or program management, ideally with exposure to fleet management or aircraft entry-into-service programs
• Proven background in the aviation or defence industry (mandatory); experience with turboprop trainer aircraft or similar platforms is a plus
• Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams in a matrix environment
• Degree or equivalent qualification
• Profound knowledge of project tools (such as OpenProject, Microsoft Project, Jira) and project methods
• Comfortable juggling multiple topics simultaneously and managing various stakeholders internally and externally; confident engaging with C-level counterparts
• Languages: German and French fluent, both written and spoken (mandatory); English and Arabic are a strong advantage
• Team player attitude and a positive, hands-on mindset
• Willingness to travel, including regularly to the customer's region

What You Can Expect From Us

Working at Grob Aircraft means working close to the aircraft. As Program Manager, you get real ownership of a landmark international program, short decision-making paths, and a team that shares your passion for aviation. You'll shape how the G120TP fleet is introduced and managed for a strategic customer, from the first delivered aircraft onward.

What We Offer

We are a dynamic, company with short decision-making processes and an open-door culture. Enjoy a range of attractive benefits, including:

✈️ FLYING AT GROB

• Fly the GROB G115 in your free time (for PPL license holders)
• Access to the GROB TP flight simulator

🛡️ SECURITY & RETIREMENT

• Company pension scheme
• GROB accident insurance
• Contribution toward occupational disability insurance

💪 HEALTH & WELL-BEING

• EGYM Wellpass membership (employee contribution: only €24.90/month)
• Subsidized lunch (approximately 50% covered by the company)
• Free coffee and water

⚖️ WORK–LIFE BALANCE

• Bridge days off with flexible working hours
• DEKA working time account
• Childcare allowance

🎁 Additional Perks

• VIP tickets to FC Bayern Munich matches at the Allianz Arena
• Employee referral bonus
• Long-service anniversary gifts
• Corporate Benefits employee discount platform