Hi, I’m
Helmut Matthias Neuper
Senior Executive
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Veteran Senior Executive adept at increasing profit margins by improving efficiency and reducing costs. Hands-on, proactive manager with adaptable and creative approach. Driven to always be improving business operations. Specializing in Aviation and MRO with 25-year track record of success.
Overview
27
years of professional experience
2
Certification
Work History
FTAI Aviation
Senior Vice President of Module Factory Operations
10.2023 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Company Overview: based at Lockheed Martin Commercial Engine Services (LMCES)
- Worked with LMCES local management and the Lockheed Martin commercial team, improving efficiency and quality of their Montréal facility to position it for a potential sale
- Coordinated, on behalf of FTAI Aviation, all MRO activities at LMCES (piece parts, modules and engines) prior to the sale
- Mapped out a phased growth strategy, based on a detailed analysis of current capabilities and capacity
- Developed a roadmap for piece-part repair capability ramp-up and managed first 3rd-party repair work orders going through the shop
- Based at Lockheed Martin Commercial Engine Services (LMCES)
SANAD
General Manager of Aviation and Aero Engine MRO
01.2021 - 09.2023
Job overview
- P&L responsible for SANAD’s Aviation and Aero Engine MRO division, a $600M USD business and the leading provider of aircraft engine Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) in the Middle East
- Oversaw all aspects of the business unit’s day-to-day operations and its 400+ highly skilled employees
- Grew revenue by 45% in 2022, exceeding budget by 30% and achieving highest profit in SANAD history
- Managed a diverse portfolio of aero engines, both narrow and wide body, and working with all three major OEMS, as well as aero derivative power generators
MTU Maintenance Canada Ltd
President & CEO
09.2016 - 12.2020
Job overview
- President & CEO of MTU Maintenance’s North American affiliate, reporting to the board of directors
- P&L responsibility for a >$400M USD business providing MRO services for large gas turbine engines & accessories, both military and commercial
- Provided strategic leadership to the executive team with general oversight of 500 employees
- Successfully lead MTU Canada through a major overhaul of its product portfolio and subsequent growth period resulting in the relocation of the entire business to a 70% larger location
Airfoil Services Sdn. Bhd. (ASSB)
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
01.2014 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Part of the executive team and responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day operations at ASSB
- Managed production as well as engineering and maintenance departments with over 350 employees
- Responsible for new product development and continuous improvement (CIP)
- Helped improve on-time delivery performance from 74% to 90%, applying Lean methodology and theory of constraints (TOC) to identify and eliminate bottlenecks
MTU Maintenance Canada Ltd
Director, Accessory Division
12.2007 - 12.2013
Job overview
- Responsible for P&L of a Business Unit with direct reporting line to CEO
- Managed an accessory component repair shop with 90+ employees, including direct staff, as well as engineering, supply chain, and customer support functions
- Grew revenue from $8.5m in 2007 to $41m in 2013
- Helped develop a global business strategy for accessory division: defined product and marketing approach, created business plan for 10-year growth strategy, and achieved board approval for new accessory facility and $2.5m investment in new capabilities for 2011
CHC Helicopter Corporation - Heli-One
Manager, Technical Records Worldwide
12.2005 - 12.2007
Job overview
- Responsible for worldwide technical records and library department
- Global management of tech records and library activities for a fleet of 250+ aircraft
- Personnel responsibility for 40+ employees at 6 different locations worldwide
- Lead the implementation of worldwide technical records control system, ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements
CHC Helicopter Corporation - Heli-One
Project Manager
08.2005 - 11.2005
Job overview
- Responsible for the implementation of new business processes as part of the restructuring of CHC Helicopter Corporation (Program Intro)
- Helped finalize PbH agreements between Heli-One and the two operating divisions
MTU Maintenance Canada Ltd
Manager, Customer Support
01.2003 - 07.2005
Job overview
- Responsible for coordinating all customer support activities for CFM56-3 customers
- Oversaw and drove the entire process of a customer’s engine shop visit
MTU Maintenance Berlin-Brandenburg
Manager, Mobile Repair Team (MRT)
07.2001 - 12.2002
Job overview
- Built and supervised the Mobile Repair Team (Aero Engines) at the Ludwigsfelde facility
- Organized off-site maintenance for P&WC engines for customers in Europe, Africa and the Middle East
- Provided customer support as the primary MRT contact
Pratt & Whitney Canada Customer Service Centre Europe
Instructor, Customer Training
06.1997 - 06.2001
Job overview
- Provided engine operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting instruction for P&WC aircraft engines (mainly PT6A and PW200) at the German training centre and on-site at operator’s facilities
- Extensive travel in Europe, North America, South Africa, China and Japan
Education
Simon Fraser UniversityVancouver, BC
MBA from Executive MBA
09-2005
Technische Universität BerlinBerlin, Germany
Diplom Ingenieur (Equivalent To Master of Science) from Aeronautical Engineering
08-1996
Skills
- Process Improvement and Lean Production
- Strategic plans and Strategy Implementation
- Goal Setting and Achievement
- Building and Leading of Highly Effective Teams
- Business Transformation and Leadership through Crises
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Certification
Lean Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul - The University of Tennessee
The Japan KAIZEN Study Mission - Expitris Worldwide/HIRAYAMA Consulting Division
Timeline
Senior Vice President of Module Factory Operations
FTAI Aviation
10.2023 - 08.2024
General Manager of Aviation and Aero Engine MRO
SANAD
01.2021 - 09.2023
President & CEO
MTU Maintenance Canada Ltd
09.2016 - 12.2020
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Airfoil Services Sdn. Bhd. (ASSB)
01.2014 - 08.2016
Director, Accessory Division
MTU Maintenance Canada Ltd
12.2007 - 12.2013
Manager, Technical Records Worldwide
CHC Helicopter Corporation - Heli-One
12.2005 - 12.2007
Project Manager
CHC Helicopter Corporation - Heli-One
08.2005 - 11.2005
Manager, Customer Support
MTU Maintenance Canada Ltd
01.2003 - 07.2005
Manager, Mobile Repair Team (MRT)
MTU Maintenance Berlin-Brandenburg
07.2001 - 12.2002
Instructor, Customer Training
Pratt & Whitney Canada Customer Service Centre Europe
06.1997 - 06.2001
Simon Fraser University
MBA from Executive MBA
Technische Universität Berlin
Diplom Ingenieur (Equivalent To Master of Science) from Aeronautical Engineering
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