Delivery Lead, Aviation Technology Transformation

Delivery Lead, Aviation Technology Transformation Get AI‑powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from Talent Embrace Innovation // Unconventional Talent Strategist Redefining the Norms Role: Delivery Lead, Aviation Technology Transformation Location: Sydney Contract length: 12 months Engagement: Contract Start: ASAP Our client, a leading global consultancy, is partnering with a major aviation customer on a large scale, business critical technology transformation. They are seeking a senior Delivery Lead to drive complex, multi workstream delivery programs across airline technology, modern airline retail, and finance transformation. This role requires established aviation domain expertise. Candidates without prior aviation industry experience will not be considered, as the customer requires immediate, proven credibility in airline environments. Responsibilities Lead complex technology delivery programs for a major aviation customer, acting as the primary contact for technology delivery at account or program level. Assemble and lead delivery teams of 50+ technology professionals across onshore and offshore locations, aligning delivery to program outcomes and client priorities. Partner with client executives and program directors to shape delivery strategy, manage governance, and ensure commitments are met. Provide functional and/or technical expertise to the delivery team and client leadership to define the most effective path to achieve the client outcome. Navigate delivery challenges that arise, identifying solutions and making decisions collaboratively to achieve business outcomes. Demonstrate exemplary leadership, mentoring and developing team members, and leading by example with accountability, collaboration, stewardship, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth. Lead the development of proposed client solutions, either through direct client engagement or formal RFP processes, including estimates, program schedules, RFP response direction, and proposal management. Key Responsibilities Own end to end delivery across multiple integrated workstreams, including scope control, planning, execution oversight, reporting, risk management, and dependency management. Engage with C‑suite stakeholders, including CEO, CIO, and senior airline leaders. Build trusted relationships and ensure delivery remains aligned to aviation commercial and operational priorities. Build, lead, and motivate cross‑functional teams across global delivery models. Coordinate internal and third‑party resources to maintain delivery cadence and quality. Contribute aviation and airline technology expertise during pre‑sales and solution shaping phases, supporting definition of approach, estimates, schedules, and RFP responses. Skills & Requirements Aviation industry technology subject matter expertise, with strong understanding of airline operating and commercial environments. PSS expertise, ideally Amadeus, and experience with Revenue Accounting. Airline finance transformation expertise, including finance and people transformation. Minimum 15 years complex delivery experience, either as a Delivery Lead or within a consulting,technology delivery company. Large account delivery experience including leadership of teams of 50+ technology professionals. Proven track record delivering complex system integration programs and/or large‑scale production operations, using multiple delivery methodologies. Demonstrated ability to manage senior executive, C‑level client relationships. Experience across multiple technology platforms including SAP, Salesforce, Oracle, custom development, integration, and cloud ecosystems. Experience as a key contributor to pre‑sales phases, originating, defining, and shaping solutions that deliver client value. Desired Skills and Experience Role: Delivery Lead, Aviation Technology Transformation Location: Sydney Contract length: 12 months Engagement: Contract Start: ASAP Senior Level & Employment Type Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Contract Job function: Consulting Industries: Technology, Information and Internet #J-18808-Ljbffr