Product Manager Hydraulics

• temporary contract
• 40 hours a week
• 1 HBO+
• 40 Vacation/ADV days per year

How you keep the engine running with us

As Product Manager - Hydraulics, you play a key role in shaping the future of Component Maintenance activities within Fokker Services Group. You are responsible for developing and executing the global Hydraulics capability roadmap, identifying new technologies, repair procedures and growth opportunities for both our Netherlands and Americas operations. Working closely with Product Engineers, Sales, Procurement and Operations, you drive capability expansion, operational excellence and commercial success.

Furthermore, you are responsible for:

• Defining and executing the global development roadmap for Hydraulic repair capabilities and technologies.
• Continuously improving the existing capability portfolio using Lean principles and data-driven insights.
• Supporting and initiate sales campaigns to expand market opportunities and increase revenue.
• Driving cost reduction initiatives together with Procurement to improve competitiveness.
• Analyzing technical and business data to identify trends and improve decision-making.
• Managing and optimize the global Hydraulics capability portfolio from a commercial perspective.

How you are valuable to us

Essential:

• Strong entrepreneurial skills and a commercial mindset.
• Experience identifying and developing business and sales opportunities.
• Ability to translate product strategies and technical concepts into clear communication.
• Solid understanding of hydraulic components and related systems.
• Experience with Lean and continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Advanced skills in Excel, Power BI and/or Access.
• This role will be based out of our office in Oude Meer (Schiphol) and full time presence at this location is expected, including regular travel to other global site

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in Program Management or a related qualification.

Employee Quote

Each day at Fokker Services Group brings unique challenges that push me to think creatively, while working alongside talented colleagues who inspire me to grow both professionally and personally. The dynamic environment here continuously motivates me to exceed my potential and make a real impact

Niranjana Rajeev

Procurement Account Manager

Where you will be working

A company with over a hundred years of experience, innovation, knowledge and expertise coursing through our veins. Our cross-departmental approach and tailor-made solutions are making their mark on the future of aerospace innovation. With our welcoming and friendly culture, we are more than just colleagues. We are a team of friends committed to both fun and development in the workplace. This enthusiasm and ongoing performance development ensures that our employees commit to Fokker Services Group for the long-term.

We are pioneers and we are dauntless. It's no coincidence that we're a global player in the field of aircraft maintenance and advancement. Together with our keen and initiative-taking colleagues, we work on the most innovative and advanced solutions aiming at creating a more sustainable and optimal aerospace sector. We continue to push the boundaries of possibility. And that's how we make sure we keep aircraft where they belong: in the air!

What we offer?

Working at Fokker Services Group gives you the opportunity to work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment, with innovative thinking and cooperation with a no-nonsense culture as the core. You will be guided by professional and resolute colleagues, which will give you the knowledge and experience to further boost your career.

We also offer you:

• A competitive salary matching your knowledge and experience.
• 29 holiday days and 13 ADV leave days per year, based on a fulltime (40 hours) contract.
• A challenging and international working environment.
• The opportunity to work on innovative aviation technologies.
• Plenty of room for professional and personal growth.

Ready for take-off?

How we fly through your application

• The telephone interview

Our recruiter will get in touch with you. Immediately providing the opportunity to make each other's acquaintance.

• Initial on-site interview with your prospective manager and a team member

Now's the time to really get to know each other. We look forward to meeting you at our office where we can engage in an in-depth conversation with you.

• Second on-site interview with your prospective manager

Time to get down to the business in hand. You and your prospective manager will delve deeper into the salient points relating to your possible new job and discuss any future ambitions.

• Screening

ITAR screening is applicable for some positions. Should this be the case, you will be informed in due course.

• Job offer

Yes please! If both parties are equally enthusiastic, an appropriate job offer will be forthcoming in fitting with the position and your level of skills.