Head of Tooling

Head of Tooling – Aerospace Sector (Paris, France)

Flexible Hybrid Model – 1 Day Remote | Minimal Travel

A global leader in the design, manufacture, and support of complex aircraft components is seeking a process-driven Head of Tooling to join their Paris-based operation. With a strong reputation for engineering excellence and precision, the organisation plays a key role in supporting major aerospace programmes and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery to customers across the commercial and defence aviation sectors.

About the Role

This strategic leadership position will see you managing a diverse team of 14 professionals, including Design Engineers, Procurement Specialists, and Customer Support staff. You will take full ownership of all tooling activity on site – from standard hand tools through to advanced hydraulic systems and electrical test rigs used in the production and testing of aircraft parts.

Operating in a fast-paced environment with high expectations on turnaround time, your ability to bring structure, drive process, and create consistency across tooling operations will be key.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and support a cross-functional tooling team to meet operational and strategic objectives.
• Oversee the full tooling lifecycle – from concept, design and procurement to maintenance and retirement.
• Collaborate across engineering, production, and supply chain teams to ensure tooling solutions meet programme and delivery targets.
• Drive the implementation of standard operating procedures and introduce structured process improvements.
• Monitor tooling performance, costs, and availability through defined KPIs and reporting.
• Ensure all tooling complies with relevant safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

About You

• Extensive experience in tooling or industrial support within an aerospace or precision manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Comfortable working in a structured, process-orientated environment; experience in programme or project management is a strong advantage.
• Hands-on understanding of tooling systems – from manual equipment to complex hydraulic and electrical rigs.
• Clear communicator and problem solver with a focus on continuous improvement.

Why Join?

• Strategic leadership opportunity in a key department within a globally recognised aerospace manufacturer.
• Flexible working model with just one day a week from home and minimal travel required.
• Open, inclusive culture focused on innovation, delivery, and development.

Equal Opportunities

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace, where everyone feels valued and respected. All qualified applicants will be considered, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation.