[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Safran jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Safran · Dubai # Head of Final Assembly Operations - Safran Seats Dubai Dubai Executive Manufacturing & Production Listed on Safran’s official careers site. Posted October 13, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Safran’s careers site →](https://careers.safran-group.com/job/job-head-of-final-assembly-operations-safran-seats-dubai-_187549.aspx?LCID=1033) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Safran](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/) / Head of Final Assembly Operations - Safran Seats Dubai ## Job description Ready to take part in shaping the future of aerospace in the Middle East? Safran Seats is expanding its industrial footprint with a brand-new production plant, bringing our expertise even closer to customers and the region's dynamic aviation hub. Here, our teams will deliver top-tier Business and Economy Class seats, supporting airline partners. To join this exciting new journey, we are now seeking a Head of Final Assembly Operations - a key role at the heart of our growth. As Head of Final Assembly Operations, you will have full accountability for the performance and continuous improvement of all assembly production lines for aircraft seats, overseeing delivery, quality, safety and efficiency to meet both regulatory demands and customer expectations. Your key responsabilities will include: - Manage all aspects of the final assembly of aircraft seats, from work-in-progress to finished product handover, ensuring safety, quality, cost and on-time delivery targets. - Lead, develop, and motivate a large production team including assembly managers and training school leadership to foster a high-performance culture. - Collaborate with cross-functional departments – including Quality, Methods/Industrial Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Program Management and Customer Support – to deliver streamlined processes and optimal results. - Oversee and improve final assembly processes, including line balancing, takt time, lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives in line with aerospace standards. - Champion and validate assembly procedures, standard operating procedures, work instructions and compliance throughout the assembly value flow. - Monitor performance metrics (OTD, FPY, scrap/rework, productivity) and drive action plans using daily QRQC levels. - Ensure effective on-site customer interface and communications related to the final assembly process to deliver outstanding customer satisfaction. - Directly manage the Training School, setting objectives and ensuring workforce upskilling, technical certification, and alignment to production requirements. - Validate annual training plans/budgets and guarantee strong coordination between Training, Production, and Methods teams. - Ensure operational compliance with aerospace regulations, airworthiness, EHS and certification standards. This position is based in our new Safran Seats production plant in Dubai, UAE. - Master's in Engineering/Manufacturing preferred; proven equivalent experience considered - Demonstrated experience in leading assembly or production teams within aerospace or a similarly regulated industry. - Strong expertise in manufacturing leadership, lean manufacturing, line balancing, and process improvement. - Deep technical understanding of complex mechanical assemblies, aerospace processes, product certification and airworthiness. - Proven leadership and people management with a proven track record in developing and motivating teams. - Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management—internally and with customers/suppliers. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. If you are a strategic operations leader seeking the opportunity to help shape a new industrial site and make your impact in the global aerospace sector, we encourage you to apply! ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 13, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 19, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 6 days - Location: Dubai[Apply on Safran’s careers site →](https://careers.safran-group.com/job/job-head-of-final-assembly-operations-safran-seats-dubai-_187549.aspx?LCID=1033) ## More jobs at Safran ### [Manufacturing Engineer & Continuous Improvement Manager - Safran Seats Dubai M/F](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/jobs/9fe3e908e5288b30cf35/) Dubai ### [Production Planning & Control Manager M/F](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/jobs/b3960cff4394b2a37cc0/) Dubai ### [Customs & Trade Operations Lead - Safran Seats Dubai M/F](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/jobs/c22198f4ac93e29d65c6/) Dubai ### [External Supply Planning Manager M/F](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/jobs/b69ff03e1c3106d07287/) Dubai ### [Financial Controller M/F - Safran Seats Dubai](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/jobs/9e0485a3d260d3b4e759/) Dubai ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Technician - Final Assembly](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/6248797de48260b5dc0f/) Hitachi · Samut Prakan, จ.สมุทรปราการ, Thailand ### [Internship In Assembly 2 Trim And Final Manufacturing Operations (International Student) 240945 Mer0004911](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/mercedes-benz-group/jobs/ce0b471b7dba89b05938/) Mercedes-Benz Group ### [Lead Quality Production Engineer – Generator Final Assembly](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ge-vernova/jobs/60f8e45cd692a7224437/) GE Vernova · Pensacola ### [Rework Technician Assembly Final Line 231744 Mer00046Ox](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/mercedes-benz-group/jobs/213029f70d60e6f25515/) Mercedes-Benz Group ### [Head - Payments Operations](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/grasim-industries/jobs/b30a2d1c8f3f93d79637/) Grasim Industries · Maharashtra OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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