MGSE & Production Mechanical Supervisor

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense • Merritt Island, FL

7h

About The Position

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions. Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work. Mission & Responsibilities: Lead all activities related to Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) used in the Final Assembly Line (FAL) and all production lines. Manage a team of MGSE engineering technicians, ensuring high performance and adherence to safety and quality standards. Serve as the primary technical authority for MGSE project support issues, including the disposition of standard production anomalies and providing repair directions. Coordinate with engineers / managers to support engineering projects / production needs. Implement changes in the FAL stemming from ground design or process modifications and oversee the improvement / maintenance of the FAL MGSE + production stations. Provide expert advice and leadership for new programs assessing FAL workstations design, proposal, and processes. Develop comprehensive familiarity and expertise with manufacturing processes, satellite configurations, and manufacturing requirements across all products and stations. Managerial Responsibilities: Define and manage team priorities, translating company objectives into team and individual goals with regular progress reviews and evaluations. Anticipate team workload and adjust headcount as needed, ensuring understanding and adherence to job descriptions and expectations. Liaise with Human Resources to set up development plans and support the team in professional growth and adherence to organizational processes. Technical Responsibilities: First level of FAL engineering / equipment support Responsible for the maintenance and troubleshooting of the production stations, MGSE and all other manufacturing equipment. Support Production Quality Engineering, D2M and Manufacturing Engineering on Identify process and design failure modes and propose corrective actions and solutions on MGSE

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree; Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing) or similar preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment, with significant leadership and team management experience.
• Demonstrated expertise with MGSE and familiarity with spacecraft flight hardware handling and maintenance.
• Experience working in a clean room environment and understanding of precision cleaning and handling of clean hardware/systems.
• Strong organizational skills, able to plan and accomplish objectives while multitasking and prioritizing.
• Proficiency in reviewing and understanding both written and electronic procedures and technical documents in English.
• Strong commitment to work, demonstrating flexibility, and self-discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Verbal French or Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead all activities related to Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) used in the Final Assembly Line (FAL) and all production lines.
• Manage a team of MGSE engineering technicians, ensuring high performance and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Serve as the primary technical authority for MGSE project support issues, including the disposition of standard production anomalies and providing repair directions.
• Coordinate with engineers / managers to support engineering projects / production needs.
• Implement changes in the FAL stemming from ground design or process modifications and oversee the improvement / maintenance of the FAL MGSE + production stations.
• Provide expert advice and leadership for new programs assessing FAL workstations design, proposal, and processes.
• Develop comprehensive familiarity and expertise with manufacturing processes, satellite configurations, and manufacturing requirements across all products and stations.
• Define and manage team priorities, translating company objectives into team and individual goals with regular progress reviews and evaluations.
• Anticipate team workload and adjust headcount as needed, ensuring understanding and adherence to job descriptions and expectations.
• Liaise with Human Resources to set up development plans and support the team in professional growth and adherence to organizational processes.
• First level of FAL engineering / equipment support
• Responsible for the maintenance and troubleshooting of the production stations, MGSE and all other manufacturing equipment.
• Support Production Quality Engineering, D2M and Manufacturing Engineering on Identify process and design failure modes and propose corrective actions and solutions on MGSE

What This Job Offers

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