Ground Test Engineer

Airbus • Mobile, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Airbus is seeking an experienced Ground Test Engineer to join the Production Flight Test team in Mobile, Alabama. This critical role is centered on being a key player in the organization, dedicated to delivering timely and high-quality solutions to customers (airlines). This person will execute ground production and acceptance tests. This role includes preparing for and supporting the pilot during Rejected Takeoff (RTO) procedures and performing in-flight cabin functional checks. The GTE also serves as Cabin Safety Crew during Customer Acceptance Flights, special missions, and demonstration flights. Additional responsibilities include conducting Static Tests, APU Runs, Engine Runs, and Taxi operations on A320 and A220 aircraft.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in aeronautical company technical department and various ATA chapter
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or Type Certificate (TC) or European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Medical Class 2
• Experience on Airbus A320 or A22
• Familiarity with A220 and A320 systems, including avionics, cabin systems, and powerplants
• Must hold an EASA, TCCA, or FAA Class 2 Medical and be able to perform duties as aircrew on a daily basis
• Strong computer background, including MS Excel and Google Suite application experience (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to understand and mentor principles within assigned discipline.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical aircraft topics.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and organization skills.
• Ability to inter-relate with and motivate diverse teams.
• Authorized to work in the US.
• Must hold an EASA, TCCA, or FAA Class 2 Medical and be able to perform duties as aircrew on a daily basis.
• 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 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.
• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces

Responsibilities

• Execute ground production and acceptance tests.
• Prepare for and support the pilot during Rejected Takeoff (RTO) procedures.
• Perform in-flight cabin functional checks.
• Serve as Cabin Safety Crew during Customer Acceptance Flights, special missions, and demonstration flights.
• Conduct Static Tests, APU Runs, Engine Runs, and Taxi operations on A320 and A220 aircraft.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of customer accounts to ensure the delivery of retrofit solutions and scheduled maintenance services meets all cost, timeline, and quality benchmarks.
• Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of customer queries, including dispatching requests to appropriate departments and initiating technical approval forms.
• Proactively escalate risks or blocked queries to ensure timely resolutions.
• Provide technical expertise to cross-functional teams located across international sites.
• Direct on-site assistance for airline partners, focusing on the evaluation of maintenance programs and service bulletins.
• Assess the status of aircraft when deviations from standard maintenance procedures occur.
• Define necessary recovery actions to return aircraft to airworthy conditions.
• Identify and mitigate any risks related to unsafe or unsecure storage environments.
• Monitor subcontractor performance by tracking metrics such as on-time delivery, first-time fix rates, and overall autonomy.
• Lead monthly quality reviews and collaborate with the quality department to develop action plans that improve the standard of technical responses.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
• Paid time off including personal time
• Holidays
• Generous paid parental leave program
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans)
• Prescription coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 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
• Accelerated development programmes
• National and international mobility
• Flexible working arrangements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior