Cabin Engineer I (Contract)

Airbus • Mobile, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cabin Engineer works in the F2F Department to develop solutions to engineering problems ranging from simple to complex, using judgment and ingenuity. The role supports modernization by applying digitalization and automation techniques to improve efficiency, quality, and data-driven decision-making. The engineer coordinates 2D and 3D design with internal customers and the manufacturer.

The position supports the design and engineering delivery of aircraft cabin work, including updating models, tracking customization milestones, supporting engineering changes, and coordinating with cross-functional teams. It also contributes to project documentation, design reviews, test and certification data gathering, and process-improvement efforts. Digital support work includes maintaining reports and data workflows, assisting with scripting and automation, and using collaboration and web tools.

The role is based at Airbus’s Engineering Center in Mobile, Alabama, which supports the design and development of commercial aircraft cabins, aftermarket upgrades, reconfigurations, and services. The position requires at least 80% onsite work, with up to 20% remote work, and approximately 10% domestic and international travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Aero, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• 0 to 3 years of total experience in design or analysis involving cabin and cargo and/or system installation projects.
• Strong proficiency using Google G Suite.
• CAD experience with Catia V5.
• Strong capability with MS Office and Google products.
• Ability to write reports, specifications, work statements, requirements, and other technical documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to present information and answer questions about documentation.
• Attention to detail and strong proofreading and writing skills.
• Willingness to learn, be proactive with teams, and adapt to a changing work environment and new toolsets.
• Ability to independently develop, communicate, and recommend process and procedure changes.
• Ability to direct and facilitate problem-solving activities and track progress to completion.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to meet the described physical and onsite requirements, including carrying items up to 10 pounds, walking through office and production areas, and using required PPE for site visits.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Airbus cabin and cargo engineering.
• French, German, or Spanish language skills.
• Experience with PDM systems such as TAKSY or PASS-SSI.
• Master of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Internship in aerospace engineering.
• Basic proficiency in Python for automating repetitive tasks and parsing technical data.
• Exposure to data manipulation libraries such as Pandas.
• Ability to use Google Apps Scripts or built-in Google Workspace features to streamline workflows.
• Basic experience with, or willingness to learn, web automation tools such as Selenium.
• Interest in using Google Gemini tools and integrations to support research, drafting, and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist with updating and revising 2D and 3D models based on manufacturing and design requirements under senior supervision.
• Help track customization milestones and support project deliverables through the engineering change process.
• Coordinate with stress engineers, drafters, designers, and other cross-functional teams to support design manufacturability.
• Help identify recurring design issues and contribute to scripted or automated solutions.
• Assist in preparing project deliverables, including draft feasibility studies, integration plans, and clash investigations.
• Support automation initiatives by maintaining routine engineering reports, data-analysis workflows, and documentation.
• Provide design input during team reviews to support project planning.
• Prepare engineering models and documentation using standard templates, company standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Gather and organize test and certification data for review by senior engineers and compliance leads.
• Suggest improvements to cabin design and engineering process efficiency.
• Assist with automating repetitive tasks and parsing technical data.
• Use or support Google Workspace tools and workflows to consolidate data and update reports or dashboards.
• Communicate and coordinate between vendors and the engineering team, and with internal, external, and international departments.
• Write and present technical documents, answer questions about produced documentation, and facilitate problem-solving activities and process changes.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level