Manufacturing Engineer I

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Job Description :

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer I to join our A320 Engineering Department based in Mobile AL.

Job Summary :

Responsible for the manufacturing assessment of non-conformities late changes to support production and supporting and identifying continuous improvement opportunities for the manufacturing process. Responds to technical questions and explains work orders / drawings especially for aircraft mechanical related items. Establishes and maintains effective communications with FAL production and serves as interface to the on site back office for work order adaptation.

Meet the team :

Our Engineers at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility take our aircraft from concept to customer delivery working with production teams on every aspect of assembly from managing technical information quality control maintenance tasks and health & safety along flowlines and flightlines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life.

Your working environment :

Nearby 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.

At Airbus we support you to work connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Primary Responsibilities :

Handle Non-Conformities : 50%

Create specific work orders for FAL rework (Cabin Systems Electrics or Structures by Station) establish / verify the technical content of non-conformities and validate in documentation.

Provide technical support to production on all issues including oversight of directed changes.

Responsible for incorporating implicit knowledge into work instructions and refine them in terms of language level of detail and regulation assignment to ensure operations has correct information for aircraft build.

Initiate availability of replacement parts jigs and tools required for work.

Continuous Improvement : 50%

Manage continuous improvement measures with reoccurring non-conformities in cooperation with quality.

Participate as an active team member to support ME activities in the FAL.

Additional Responsibilities :

Support completion of the routing verification process (RVP) for new or updated processes as required.

Participate as an active team member learning and following dedicated training plans from current team members. including providing orientation support to new colleagues and trainees.

Additional projects as assigned

Other duties as assigned.

Your boarding pass :

A bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Manufacturing Engineering or Engineering Technology or equivalent years of experience is required.

Must have a minimum of 0-3 years of experience in Aerospace preferably in an Aerospace Final Assembly Line.

Travel Required : 5% Domestic and International.

Required :

Knowledge of the principles practices methods and tools used in manufacturing engineering.

Knowledge of supply chain management and quality system management.

Knowledge about non-conformities and design query notes.

Preferred

Knowledge of Airbus Industries mechanical process & methods.

Knowledge of Airbus IT-Tools (Zamiz TAKSY DocMaster ECM).

Knowledge of common applications such as SAP / R3 (Module PP / PM).

Knowledge about aircraft structure installation.

Knowledge of rules for aircraft design and manufacturing.

Knowledge of health safety and environmental regulations and practice.

Required :

Have the ability to establish and maintain a good relationship with all internal customers.

Have the ability to work in an international team.

Must possess excellent communication and presentation skills both verbal and written.

Must be able to present clear and concise briefings and reports to customers and executives.

Preferred :

Fluency in German or French

Required : Microsoft Word PowerPoint and Excel Google Suite (Gmail Sheets Docs)

Preferred :

Knowledge of Airbus Industries electrical processes & methods.

Knowledge of Airbus IT-Tools (Airina TAKSY DOcMaster).

Knowledge of common applications such as SAP / R3 (Module PP / PM).

Candidates should be able to work autonomously on their own scope of work under normal circumstances and be prepared to request support and escalate appropriately in abnormal situations.

Candidate should be able to make decisions related to their own scope of work in a predefined context.

Ability to work on 1st 2nd and potentially 3rd shift schedules.

Support production needs for completion of aircraft milestones.

Communicate with international colleagues to solve problems as they arise.

Communication & Planning with multifunctional teams across the organization.

Primary internal audience - Manufacturing Engineering Production Quality & Logistics.

Physical Requirements :

Onsite or remote : 100% Onsite.

Vision : Able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens able to read documents reports and engineering drawings.

Hearing : Able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms.

Speaking : Able to speak in conversations and meetings deliver information and participate in communications.

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.

Carrying : Able to carry documents tools drawings electronic equipment up to 30lbs / 14kgs.

Lifting : Able to lift documents tools drawings electronic equipment up to 30lbs / 14kgs.

Pushing / Pulling : Able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.

Sitting : Able to sit for long periods of time in meetings working on the computer.

Squatting / Kneeling : Able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.

Standing : Able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor.

Travel : Able to travel independently and at short notice potentially internationally.

Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents) : Able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.

Personal Protective Equipment required : Required PPE includes but is not limited to Safety Shoes Safety Glasses Hearing Protection Respirators / Masks and / or Protective Gloves as required by site and / or customer site.

Administrative position only PPE required : Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits appropriate hearing / eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.

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.

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Company : Airbus Americas Inc.

Employment Type : US - Direct Hire

Experience Level : Professional

Remote Type : On-site

Job Family :

Manufacturing Engineering

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Key Skills

Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,CNC Programming,Lean,Machining,Tooling,CAD,CNC,Assembly Experience,SolidWorks,Kaizen,Manufacturing

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1