Propulsion Delivery Quality Manager [A220]

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Job Description:

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for an Propulsion Delivery Quality Manager A220 to join our Procurement Department based in Mobile AL.

This role oversees the quality and conformity of the A220 Podded Power Plant Pylon (PQUAD) from its induction into the Mobile FAL through final aircraft delivery. As the primary Airbus representative for airline customer inspections of the propulsion system you will serve as the lead focal point for all PQUAD-related quality and delivery topics. You will manage the resolution of engine and nacelle concerns by coordinating closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders including Engineering and Delivery Transaction Managers. The jobholder is strictly accountable for acting in compliance with the airworthiness requirements set forth in Chapter 561 - Approved Manufacturers - Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).

Meet the Team:

The Procurement teams mission is to acquire indirect goods and services for Airbus commercial aircraft and helicopters playing a major role in generating value and contributing to the overall competitiveness of the company. Our team members ensure on-time delivery and on-quality of equipment and systems drawing on their expertise in Industrial Operations & Quality Management and strong relationship building skills to problem-solve and proactively mitigate supply chain issues.

Your Working Environment:

On Airbus Way you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015 the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry is part of Airbus strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

How we care for you:

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.

• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans) prescription dental vision life disability Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other supplemental benefit coverages.

• Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University including unlimited access to 10000 e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability certifications career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

Your Challenges:

Management & Oversight:

• Manage the quality and conformity of the A220 Podded Power Plant Pylon (PQUAD) from delivery/induction into the Mobile Final Assembly Line (FAL) in compliance with the A220 Quality Management System and Health/Safety standards.

• Escalate immediately any risk of a Red Quality gate and drumbeat action plan for resolution.

• Manage and drumbeat any PQUAD related non-conformance (RNC snag NC TLB or QLB).

• Manage production escapes from upstream production cycle.

• Manage and present non-conformities requiring Airline Customer notification with support of functions and supplier as appropriate.

• Manage and monitor the performance of on-site suppliers to ensure operational reactivity and quality alignment

Customer & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the Airbus primary representative in front of the airline customer for all PQUAD presentations and/or inspections

• Effectively communicate complex issues and manage stakeholders at a senior management level both internally and externally.

• Act as the focal point for PQUAD Quality topics in front of the Airline Customer during the Aircraft delivery phase.

• Ensure and strive to improve customer satisfaction by addressing CSIP feedback and retrieving main customer feedback through Customer Acceptance Delivery Feedback (CADF).

Product Quality Assurance

• Identify quality issues and trends to ensure containment and corrective actions such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and PPS/9S are taken through End to End Dynamic Containment & Prevention

• Interface with the Quality function to ensure an accurate NCR status.

• Present reallocation proposals to Airline Customer as needed.

• Support audits as required (internal and by Transport Canada Civil Aviation Authorities).

Continuous Improvement & Project Support

• Actively contribute to a culture of excellence and foster information sharing through structured lessons learned sessions.

• Lead and support value stream customer transformation and business efficiency projects aimed at driving continuous improvement and successfully incorporating new systems and quality management tools.

• Develop and maintain regular Quality Feedback Loops (End-to-End Dynamic Containment & Prevention) to ensure sustainable operational growth and risk mitigation.

• Leadership and guidance to team and organization on improvement efforts to further develop function.

Your boarding pass:

• A Bachelors degree is required; however equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.

• Technical or engineering background is required.

• Six (6) or more years of working experience in aircraft propulsion systems and/or procurement related fields.

• Knowledge of Supply Chain Quality processes. (i.e. audits control processes inspections etc.).

• Ability to be autonomous.

• Able to build/develop trustful relationships with team members peers stakeholders (including industrial partners.

• Can effectively communicate complex issues and manage stakeholders at a senior management level both internally and externally.

• Leadership management: Act with integrity influence others manage conflict assertiveness decide speak up build team spirit.

Preferred:

• Engineering background preferred.

• English at advanced level French would be a plus.

• Google Suite (Docs Sheets Slides) proficiency at intermediate level is expected.

• Enterprise management software is required. SAP experience is preferred.

Travel Required:

• Around 10% travel is common for this position

• Able to travel domestically and internationally sometimes on short notice.

Eligibility:

Eligible for employment in the US without sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity:

Airbus Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status. Airbus Group is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

As a leader in our field Airbus Group provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

As a matter of policy Airbus Group does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Airbus Group does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus Group is at will meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause with or without notice. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Companys success reputation and sustainable growth.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Companys success reputation and sustainable growth.

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