Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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General Manager, MRO Services

Moog · Dublin, IRL

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title:

General Manager, MRO Services

Reporting To:

GVP & GM, Comm Aircraft AM

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Dublin, IRL

Role Purpose

The General Manager is responsible for providing strategic, operational, and people leadership to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations within Moog MRO Services. This role oversees daily performance, regulatory adherence, customer satisfaction, financial results, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring the organisation meets both commercial and safety objectives. A key focus of this position is identifying commercial opportunities and supporting business development.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the site business strategy aligned with corporate goals.
  • Identify commercial opportunities and support business development.
  • Lead long‑term planning for capacity, workforce, infrastructure, and operational growth.
  • Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost‑control initiatives. Own the P&L for the site or business unit. Provide clear reporting on financial performance, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and alignment with organisational targets.
  • Manage resource planning, capacity utilisation, and workflow optimisation. Ensure effective workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development.
  • Build strong, collaborative relationships with corporate functions and demonstrate the ability to operate effectively within a matrix organisation, balancing local operational needs with global strategic priorities.
  • Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.
  • Ensure full compliance with aviation regulations (FAA, EASA, CAAC, CAA, local authorities). Maintain strong relationships with regulatory authorities, customers, suppliers, and partners
  • Oversee audits, inspections, and corrective action plans.
  • Champion a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to SMS (Safety Management System) principles.
  • Ensure quality standards are met across all operational processes.
  • Oversee daily operations to ensure efficiency, reliability, and on‑time performance.
  • Ensure operational risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated.
  • Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, supply chain, and customer teams to resolve operational issues.
  • Lead, coach, and develop managers and teams to achieve high performance.
  • Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction through reliable service delivery and proactive communication.
  • Lead the site response during operational disruptions, safety incidents, or emergencies.
  • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders during critical events.
  • Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions to inform decision‑making.
  • Willingness to travel is required. 

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aviation Management, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred)
  • 8–12+ years of experience in aviation operations, maintenance, MRO, or related sector
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams in a regulated environment
  • Strong understanding of safety, compliance, and quality frameworks
  • Experience managing budgets and operational KPIs

Skills: Aviation Regulatory, Operational Excellence, Commercial & Financial Acumen, Communication & Stakeholder Influence, Decision‑Making & Problem‑Solving.