SONIA LÓPEZ GROBA
Madrid,Spain
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Industrial Technology Engineer and Aerospace MBA graduate with over 7 years of experience in high-stakes environments (Railway, Aerospace and Energy). Proven experience in Project Governance, Strategic Purchasing, and Cross-functional Team Leadership. Adept at aligning complex technical requirements with business objectives to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Repairs & Overhauls Project Manager
ALSTOM
Pinto, Spain
2023.04 - 2026.04
- Direct project governance for million euro maintenance contracts, developing PMPs and aligning planning, cost, and quality objectives.
- Lead stakeholder coordination from handover to close-out, ensuring seamless transitions from the tender phase.
- Manage project invoicing and contractual variations while maintaining high-level customer relationships.
Repairs & Overhauls Technician
ALSTOM
Pinto, Spain
2022.10 - 2023.03
- Managed the technical flow and RMA creation for equipment at the Pinto workshop.
- Supported the PM in tracking equipment status and ensuring workflow efficiency.
Technical Documentation Coordinator
FLOWSERVE
Pozuelo de Alarcón, Spain
2021.02 - 2022.10
- Managed the documentation lifecycle for turn-key projects, ensuring zero impact on shipping deliverables and progress payments.
- Coordinated engineering and quality documentation to meet 100% of technical specifications.
Vendor Management & Strategic Purchasing Analyst
IBERIA
Madrid, Spain
2020.02 - 2021.02
- Performed cost analysis for MRO services and managed international key supplier relationships (KPIs/Rebates).
Internal Implementation Project Manager - A400M Retrofit Program
MI-GSO (Contracted to Airbus D&S)
Getafe, Spain
2018.10 - 2020.02
- Acted as the primary integrator between Production and the Customer to ensure on-time retrofit events.
- Led the Scope Management Committee to mitigate impacts on program timelines and costs.
Quality Certifications & Audits Trainee
AIRBUS DEFENCE & SPACE
Getafe, Spain
2017.07 - 2018.07
- Supported Quality System Approvals (EASA Part 21, PERAM 21G) and managed Certifying Staff documentation.
Project Engineer & Lab Intern
SGS
Madrid, Spain
2016.09 - 2017.07
- Certified photovoltaic plants and conducted factory inspections (INMETRO, USTC) under IEC/UL standards.
Education
Aerospace MBA -
Escuela de Organización Industrial (EOI)
Bachelor’s Degree - Industrial Technologies Engineering (Electronics & Automation)
Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
Skills
- Management: Project Lifecycle, Strategy Definition, Cost Control & Analysis, Vendor Management, KPI Reporting, Strategic Sourcing
- Technical & Quality: Maintenance & Overhaul (OVH), Documentation Control, Quality Systems
- Tools: SAP, Microsoft Office
LANGUAGES
Spanish: Native
English: Full Professional Proficiency
Timeline
Repairs & Overhauls Project Manager
ALSTOM
2023.04 - 2026.04
Repairs & Overhauls Technician
ALSTOM
2022.10 - 2023.03
Technical Documentation Coordinator
FLOWSERVE
2021.02 - 2022.10
Vendor Management & Strategic Purchasing Analyst
IBERIA
2020.02 - 2021.02
Internal Implementation Project Manager - A400M Retrofit Program
MI-GSO (Contracted to Airbus D&S)
2018.10 - 2020.02
Quality Certifications & Audits Trainee
AIRBUS DEFENCE & SPACE
2017.07 - 2018.07
Project Engineer & Lab Intern
SGS
2016.09 - 2017.07
Bachelor’s Degree - Industrial Technologies Engineering (Electronics & Automation)
Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
Aerospace MBA -
Escuela de Organización Industrial (EOI)