Propulsion Delivery Quality Manager III

Airbus•Mobile, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Americas, Inc is looking for a Propulsion Delivery Quality Manager III to join our team based in Mobile, AL. The Propulsion Delivery Quality Manager III oversees the quality and conformity of the A220 Podded Power Plant + Pylon (PQUAD) from its induction into the Mobile FAL through final aircraft delivery. As the primary Airbus representative for airline customer inspections of the propulsion system, you will serve as the lead focal point for all PQUAD-related quality and delivery topics. You will manage the resolution of engine and nacelle concerns by coordinating closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, including Engineering and Delivery Transaction Managers. The jobholder is strictly accountable for acting in compliance with the airworthiness requirements set forth in Chapter 561 - Approved Manufacturers - Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).

Requirements

Technical or engineering background.
8 to 10 years of working experience in aircraft propulsion systems and/or procurement related fields.
Product knowledge: Engineering background preferred
Knowledge of Supply Chain Quality processes. (i.e. audits, control processes, inspections, etc.)
Knowledge of industrial and quality processes and procedures
Ability to be autonomous
Able to build/develop trustful relationships with team members, peers, stakeholders (including industrial partners)
Demonstrated capability to adapt and thrive in a high-paced, complex international environment required.
High-level of interpersonal and multi-tasking skills required.
Excellent people and customer relationship management is crucial.
Good project management skills
English at advanced level, French would be a plus.
Can effectively communicate complex issues and manage stakeholders at a senior management level both internally and externally
Effective communication skills and the ability to handle communications and sometimes disputes between different functions/departments with disparate missions and gain agreement on a path forward.
Leadership management: Act with integrity, influence others, manage conflict, assertiveness, decide, speak up, build team spirit
Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) proficiency at intermediate level is expected
Enterprise management software is required.
Eligible for employment in the US without sponsorship.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
SAP experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the quality and conformity of the A220 “Podded Power Plant + Pylon” (PQUAD) from delivery/induction into the Mobile Final Assembly Line (FAL) in compliance with the A220 Quality Management System and Health/Safety standards.
Escalate immediately any risk of a Red Quality gate and drumbeat action plan for resolution.
Manage and drumbeat any PQUAD related non-conformance (RNC, snag, NC, TLB, or QLB).
Manage complex industrial topics from upstream production cycle impacting Airbus internal flow (eg: production escape)
Manage and present non-conformities requiring Airline Customer notification with support of functions and supplier as appropriate.
Manage and monitor the performance of on-site suppliers to ensure operational reactivity and quality alignment
Act as the Airbus primary representative in front of the airline customer for all PQUAD presentations and/or inspections
Effectively communicate complex issues and manage stakeholders at a senior management level both internally and externally.
Act as the focal point for PQUAD Quality topics in front of the Airline Customer during the Aircraft delivery phase.
Ensure and strive to improve customer satisfaction by addressing CSIP feedback and retrieving main customer feedback through Customer Acceptance Delivery Feedback (CADF).
Identify quality issues and trends to ensure containment and corrective actions, such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and PPS/9S, are taken through End to End Dynamic Containment & Prevention
Interface with the Quality function to ensure an accurate NCR status.
Present reallocation proposals to Airline Customer as needed.
Support audits as required (internal and by Transport Canada Civil Aviation Authorities).
Actively contribute to a culture of excellence and foster information sharing through structured lessons learned sessions.
Lead and support value stream, customer transformation, and business efficiency projects aimed at driving continuous improvement and successfully incorporating new systems and quality management tools.
Develop and maintain regular Quality Feedback Loops (End-to-End Dynamic Containment & Prevention) to ensure sustainable operational growth and risk mitigation.
Lead key initiatives/projects for the organization on improvement efforts to further develop function
Other duties as assigned

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
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 focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path
opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes
national and international mobility.