Greater Albacete Metropolitan Area
Industrial Handover Point (IHP) Manager with 15+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, logistics coordination and on-site customer support. Currently managing the Eurofighter Typhoon repair and provisioning contract at Airbus Defence and Space in Albacete, ensuring compliance with NATO, ITAR, and EU export regulations. Proven track record in composite manufacturing, assembly line optimization, materials procurement, and SAP data management. Recognized for excellence in university engineering studies (Outstanding Graduation Award, UCLM) and strong cross-functional collaboration with European aerospace partners. Passionate about innovation, process improvement, and delivering measurable results in high-stakes industrial environments.
- Lead the Eurofighter Typhoon Industrial Repair & Provisioning Service contract operations at the Albacete military base, overseeing all logistics and customer service operations for the Spanish Air Force. - Manage end-to-end repair logistics, achieving on-time delivery and reducing repair cycle time year-over-year. - Prepare, validate and file delivery/reception documentation in compliance with NATO, ITAR, and EU customs regulations and standards. - Coordinate daily with transport agents, customs, and suppliers to ensure uninterrupted operations. - Support the Quality Department in resolving reception discrepancies, reducing non-conformities. - Liaise with partner companies (BAE Systems, Leonardo, Airbus Defence & Space) for operational alignment on multinational programs. - Plan and execute logistics for German Air Force deployments during the Tactical Leadership Program (TLP).
- Developed and maintained technical work instructions, assembly sheets, and work orders for NH90 and Tiger helicopter programs: FAL & Flight Line. - Optimized assembly line processes, increasing productivity and improving quality metrics. - Managed material forecasts and SAP master data for over 15,000 parts. - Created, tracked, and resolved Technical Quality Notifications in compliance with high aviation standards. - Monitored FAL production KPIs, detecting potential delays early and assuring on time / on quality / on cost deliveries.
- Managed inventory, control, and maintenance of multimedia equipment, ensuring 100% availability. - Provided technical support and troubleshooting for faculty and students. - Oversaw lending operations, improving efficiency of the loan tracking process.
- Maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal operational status. - Controlled and updated laboratory inventory records, ensuring proper tracking and availability.