Composite & Bonding Specialist Manager

Airbus•Kinston, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston is looking for a Composite & Bonding Specialist Manager to join their department based in Kinston, NC. This role is part of the Cabin Supplier Interface Team, focusing on supplier activities to secure on-time and quality aircraft deliveries. The team manufactures crucial aircraft components, including those for the Airbus A350 XWB.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience working with multiple cross-functional groups (Quality, Assembly, Procurement, Supply Chain, Machining, etc.)
At least 5 years experience in a leadership/management role
Proven leadership experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Ability to articulate complex issues to others.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters is essential.
Demonstrated effectiveness in interpersonal skills.
5% domestic/international travel
U.S. Citizenship is required

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree
Experience developing and managing a statement of work on time and within budget
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
Experience using SAP
Ability to work any shift, including alternative work weeks
Experience working in a union environment with collective bargaining agreements
Experience monitoring cost
Experience managing projects
Experience with strategic planning
Experience working with new product introduction (NPI)

Responsibilities

Lead team in developing solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.
Lead a team of represented employees in the fabrication and assembly of complex aerostructures, to meet production requirements and customer acceptance.
Ensures the manufacture of completed units by overseeing activities such as assembly of components into subassemblies; mating or joining of structural assemblies (metallic and nonmetallic); installation of systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic) that are fastened with screws, bolts, rivets, solder, crimping or swaging, connectors, or adhesives; and testing with mechanical, electrical, and electronic test equipment.
Interfaces with engineering, management, suppliers, and customers to meet product requirements and customer acceptance.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
Retirement savings plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
Paid time off including personal time
Holidays
Paid parental leave program
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability
Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”)
Other supplemental benefit coverages
Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University
Unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses
Opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes
National and international mobility
Relocation assistance for qualified positions