Flammability Engineer (Contract)
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Job Location:
Mobile, AL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Job Description:
The employee is responsible for the review and approval of Cabin and Cargo engineering flammability data to support major and minor changes to aircraft type design. This includes ensuring aircraft type design complies with certification requirements for cabin and cargo material flammability.
Primary Responsibilities:
Flammability Certification and Compliance: 70%
Ensure aircraft type design complies with type certification requirements for cabin and cargo material flammability.
Support the creation of compliance statements in support of major projects.
Define certification requirements to support aircraft modification in accordance with customer requests.
Review and approve Airbus internal and vendor test plans and reports including witnessing testing as required.
Align industry guidance with Airbus flammability compliance methods and harmonize methodology within the organization.
Provide solutions to issues arising during certification projects and provide accurate reporting/forecasting of technical activity to Management.
Stakeholder and Supplier Management: 20%
Coordinate with suppliers during the development phase of equipment to ensure compliance with Airbus requirements.
Provide input and feedback on certification matters between equipment suppliers customers and Airbus engineering organizations.
Strong liaison with other departments both internally and internationally.
Industry Engagement and Digitalization Efforts: 10%
Participate in industry working group activity to stay aligned with global standards.
Lead digitalization improvement projects within engineering teams develop efficient methods to automate work and processes.
Participate in activities to utilize AI in daily work and processes.
Qualified Experience and Training:
Education:
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering (Aero Civil Mechanical Electrical)
Experience:
Minimum three (3) years plus experience in aircraft compliance experience.
Licensure/Certifications:
None
Travel Required:
Minimal Travel Required
Qualified Skills:
Knowledge Skills Demonstrated Capabilities:
Proficiency in Google Suites Products.
Ability to write reports technical memorandums interface agreements and work statements using high-level technical English.
Preferred
Clear and in-depth knowledge of FAA European and other Foreign National Authority aircraft certification regulations pertaining to Part 25 cabin interior and flammability.
Thorough understanding of the Part 25 certification process (TC & STC) regulations orders notices and policies.
Communication Skills:
Required:
Proficient level of the English language.
Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively in an international setting that resolves problems facilitates consensus and focuses on objectives.
Technical Systems Proficiency:
Required:
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings bills of material compliance documentation and technical documentation.
Complexity of the Role:
Level of Decision Making:
Review and approve Airbus internal and vendor test plans and reports and Provide solutions to issues arising during certification projects and provide accurate reporting/forecasting of technical activity to Management.
Uses information from contact network to problem solve and secure aircraft delivery and development.
Organizational information:
Direct Reports:
Is this a people manager No
Physical Requirements:
Onsite 60%Remote 40%
Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens able to read documents reports and engineering drawings. Daily
Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms. Daily
Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings deliver information and participate in communications. Daily
Equipment Operation (personal computer telephone copies fax machine and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts. Daily
Carrying: able to carry documents tools drawings electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. Daily
Lifting: able to lift documents tools drawings electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. Daily
Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. Daily
Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings working on computer. Daily
Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. Daily
Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor. Daily
Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. Rarely
Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. Daily
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status age marital status pregnancy genetic information or other legally protected status
As a leader in our field Airbus provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
As a matter of policy Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.
Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus 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.
NOTE: Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
The Company reserves the right to revise change and/or modify job duties responsibilities or working conditions as the need arises with or without advance notice. Employment with the Company is at-will. This position description and the statements contained within it do not create any contractual rights between the Company and its employees either express or implied.
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.
Company:
Airbus Americas Inc.Employment Type:
Agency / TemporaryExperience Level:
ProfessionalRemote Type:
On-siteJob Family:
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Job Posting End Date: 05.12.2026------
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Required Experience:
IC
