Mechanical Engineer III– Multidisciplinary

Airbus • Mobile, AL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The employee is primarily responsible for the qualification of Standard Parts, encompassing all phases of qualification including new development, test design, test review, environmental analysis, and supplier management. In a supporting capacity, the employee will also perform detailed estimating and analysis tasks to manage impacts on aircraft weight, balance, and mass properties. This role aims to develop a multidisciplinary engineer; leveraging design, development and project management skills in different applications. We are looking for an individual that is eager to continuously learn, apply his/her knowledge and drive solutions to completion with a can-do attitude, navigating through complex ecosystems.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of industry experience with relevant knowledge of product design and at least 3 years of aircraft engineering experience.
• Proficiency in Google Suites products.
• Experience in CATIA or PDM systems.
• Ability to utilize project management tools (Smartsheet, Zoho, or equivalent).
• Ability to write reports, technical memorandums, interface agreements, and work statements using high-level technical English.
• Applies knowledge to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity, using a combination of judgment with defined practices and procedures.
• Proficient level of the English language.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in an international setting to resolve problems, facilitate consensus, and focus on objectives.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, bills of material, compliance documentation, and technical documentation.
• Understanding of the qualification process including design, development, and qualification closure.
• Uses information from a contact network to problem-solve and secure aircraft delivery and development.
• Works autonomously for routine tasks of minor and moderate complexity. Works under general supervision for complex tasks
• With supervision/mentorship, can coordinate activities for lower-level engineering staff.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science (MS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Project Management and Systems Engineering experience
• Clear and in-depth knowledge of Aircraft Mass Properties and flight physics calculations and analysis.
• At least exposure-level experience with web development tools.
• General-purpose programming capabilities.
• Familiarity with Systems Engineering / MBSE.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to cabin and cargo engineering across all phases of aircraft development and product lifecycle, from prototype to final design.
• Perform qualification of cabin and cargo parts according to applicable design requirements and Airbus procedures.
• Allocate aircraft top-level requirements down to systems level.
• Evaluate and develop lightweight solutions to improve aircraft performance.
• Provide design support, impact assessment, and preparation of bottom-up design verification during full phases of aircraft development and delivery.
• Check and validate the correctness of engineering data on drawings and ensure input quality related to Aircraft Product Data Management systems to secure guaranteed limits and aircraft performance.
• Provide engineering support to the Final Assembly Line (FAL) to secure aircraft delivery.
• Independently coordinate with Airbus suppliers throughout all phases of aircraft development.
• Develop project milestones and project management tasks as assigned, maintaining effective communication with various stakeholders to fulfill aircraft development schedules.
• Establish and support control methods for the weight and balance of in-process and completed assemblies and installations.
• Support actual weight and balance of aircraft, directly interfacing with various organizations within completions.
• Track and maintain all mass properties information while supporting the maturation of internal processes.
• Solve typical engineering problems within the assigned discipline and provide technical assistance to engineering staff.
• Follow established schedules while developing plans for assigned engineering tasks.
• Lead digitalization improvement projects within engineering teams, developing efficient methods to automate work and processes.
• Identify and lead process efficiencies where relevant
• Participate in activities to utilize AI in daily work and operational processes.
• Participate in group activities with Global Airbus to stay aligned with global processes and digitalization.
• Any business actions and focus areas as dictated by management and business needs to support aircraft development, production, and delivery.
• The focus areas are subject to prioritization as the business requires.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
• Paid time off
• 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
• Certifications
• Career path development
• Accelerated development programmes
• National and international mobility
• Flexible working arrangements

What This Job Offers

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