Master Data Steward

Who Are We?

FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independent industry partner, FDH specializes in hardware, electrical, consumables and expendables, licensed products, and value-added services for global OEM and aftermarket customers. FDH is headquartered in Commerce, California, and has operations across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. FDH Aero – named a Best Places to Work in Aviation in 2024 – has locations in 14 countries across the globe, with more than 1,500 best-in-industry employees and over 650,000 square feet of inventory space. 

FDH is headquartered in Commerce, California, and has operations across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. FDH Aero – named a Best Places to Work in Aviation in 2024 – has locations in 14 countries across the globe, with more than 1,500 best-in-industry employees and over 650,000 square feet of inventory space. 

Why Work Here?

At FDH Aero, we understand that the strength of our brand comes from our people.

We invest in driven, diverse and experienced professionals who are naturally curious, courageous and motivated towards action. We value tempering confidence with humility, and a mission that always starts with service-first.

Our values guide everything we do: 

We Are Service First - We act with agility and intelligence to solve our partner’s most pressing needs. We safeguard our trusted relationships by communicating with clarity and unmatched follow through. 

We Are Respectful - We behave with dignity, fairness, and acceptance. We thrive by prioritizing empathy, humility, and connection to our collective community. 

We are Amplifiers - We invest in driven, diverse and experienced professionals, businesses and partners. We fuel the entrepreneurial spirit by providing autonomy, authority and a clear mission.

We Are Open-Minded - We communicate with intention, curiosity, and diversity of thought. By actively contributing with courage and candor, we challenge the status quo and innovate together.

We Are Accountable - We own responsibility for our outcomes. We set expectations, embrace critique, and empower every employee to take immediate actions on challenges they encounter. 

We Value Our People - That’s why we offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), 401k matching, and wellness programs. We invest in training, mentorship, and career development to empower our employees to reach their full potential. Our commitment to culture and excellence has earned us recognition as one of Aviation Business News' Best Places to Work in Aviation. 

As a team member at FDH Aero you are trusted to deliver, to innovate, and to drive next-generation solutions for tomorrow’s supply chain demands. Ready to make an impact? We proudly pursue top talent with a diverse and global set of experiences and backgrounds. 

We Are Looking For 

The Master Data Steward is responsible for managing the quality and integrity of the organization's master data records, specifically focusing on part, vendor, customer, and qualified product list data. This role requires collaborating closely with business units to define, implement, and maintain data quality standards, ensuring all records meet established criteria for accuracy, consistency, and completeness. The Master Data Steward will manage and refine data cleansing processes and best practices for maintaining high-quality master data. 

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Policy and Standard Formation: Document data governance policies, standards, procedures, and workflows, aligned with industry benchmarks and organizational needs
• Data Integrity Assurance: Perform data profiling and analysis to understand data patterns, trends and relationships
• Data Quality Management: Lead efforts to cleanse and validate part, vendor, and customer master records, ensuring data accuracy and integrity
• Standardization and Governance: Collaborate with business stakeholders to define data standards and rules that determine what constitutes a "good" record
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data quality requirements, ensure alignment with data standards, resolve data issues, and enhance data accuracy
• Training and Support: Provide guidance and training to end-users and stakeholders on data governance principles and best practices
• Data Quality Metrics: Design and execute data quality tests and validation processes to assess data integrity, measure progress, and compliance with established standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

What You Bring (Qualifications & Skills):

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Data Management, Information Management, Quality Management, Business)
• 3+ years of experience in aerospace industry of Quality Management, Data Management, Engineering, or a related role with a focus on master data management
• 3+ years of experience in data analysis, working with large/complex data sets in multiple formats
• Understanding of data governance practices and principles
• Proficiency in data management tools and software such as Power BI, Tableau, etc. Advanced Excel skills for data analysis, including the use of complex formulas, pivot tables and data visualization
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with stakeholders at various levels of the organization
• Ethical, responsible, and committed to maintaining data integrity
• A customer-centric approach to quality, always striving to exceed customer expectations
• Travel to other facilities to collaborate with other teams providing face-to-face support, training, workshops, and other initiatives

Special Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required. 
• ITAR requirement
• 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR  

FDH Aero is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.