How Aspire MRO and LAUNCH TWS Hired 300+ Technicians to Refit B777's

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Aspire MRO and Launch Technical Workforce Solutions are working together on a large project to convert triple sevens from passenger to freighter. The demand for these conversions is driven by the aging wide body fleet and the need for more efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft. The project involves extensive engineering and installation work, with Mammoth handling the engineering and parts acquisition and Aspire MRO handling the installations. The process of getting the STC and engineering done takes several months, and once that is completed, the production phase begins. Aspire MRO is focused on creating a culture that attracts and retains talented technicians, and they are also prioritizing diversity in their workforce. Aspire MRO and Launch Technical Workforce Solutions have formed a successful partnership based on trust, collaboration, and a shared culture. Aspire MRO provides maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for the aviation industry, while Launch Technical Workforce Solutions supplies skilled technicians. The key to their success lies in attracting and retaining the right people, paying competitive rates, offering overtime opportunities, and providing a path to promotion and leadership. The companies have also embraced digitalization, going paperless and implementing efficient processes that improve productivity and accountability. The culture of respect, fairness, and collaboration is a driving force behind their success.

Takeaways

• The demand for triple seven conversions from passenger to freighter is driven by the aging wide body fleet and the need for more efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft.
• The conversion process involves extensive engineering and installation work, with Mammoth handling the engineering and parts acquisition and Aspire MRO handling the installations.
• The process of getting the STC and engineering done takes several months, and once that is completed, the production phase begins.
• Aspire MRO is focused on creating a culture that attracts and retains talented technicians, and they are also prioritizing diversity in their workforce. The partnership between Aspire MRO and Launch Technical Workforce Solutions is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared culture.
• Attracting and retaining the right people is crucial for success, and this is achieved through competitive pay rates, overtime opportunities, and a clear path to promotion and leadership.
• Digitalization and efficient processes have improved productivity and accountability within the companies.
• The culture of respect, fairness, and collaboration is a driving force behind the success of Aspire MRO and Launch Technical Workforce Solutions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:12 Demand for Triple Seven Conversions

06:43 The Engineering and Installation Process

09:21 From STC to Production

14:38 Tackling the Technician Shortage

24:55 Building a Successful Partnership Based on Trust and Collaboration

38:50 Embracing Digitalization for Improved Efficiency

45:32 A Culture of Respect, Fairness, and Collaboration