Quality NDT Multi-Function Manager

Airbus • Kinston, NC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston is looking for a Quality NDT Multi-Function Manager to join their team. This role is critical in monitoring adherence to manufacturing and quality processes to ensure compliance with aviation industry standards. The ideal candidate will be a manager and technical expert passionate about process confirmation and operational excellence, responsible for identifying process gaps and improvement opportunities to ensure aircraft are manufactured according to international standards, regulatory requirements, and internal processes. The team manufactures crucial aircraft components and is composed of individuals skilled in electrical, structure, and quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
• Associate’s degree or 6 years of equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in NDT within a composite aerospace manufacturing environment
• Willingness to travel up to 5% to domestic and/or international customers or suppliers
• Must be willing and able to work any shift, overtime weekends and holidays when needed.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of aviation Quality Management Systems, Safety Management Systems, and FOD programs, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interaction with internal teams through all levels of the organization and functions.
• Knowledge with NDT practices (Ultrasonic, Phased Array, Pulse Echo).
• Working knowledge of AS9100, NADCAP and other customer requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• High degree of flexibility and initiative.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, specifically in English, which is required for operating in a multicultural and multifunctional environment.
• Proficient in Manufacturing tools (MES) and quality management systems (QMS) used in manufacturing environments.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in NDT within a composite aerospace manufacturing environment
• Certifications in quality management, aviation safety, or regulatory compliance preferred, but not required.
• Experience with aerospace-specific tools such as SAP, MES systems, and statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP).

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) organizations and provides cross-functional NDT integration leadership.
• Manager of NDT personnel within assigned functional area, across multiple shifts.
• Lead and direct NDT technicians (Airbus direct, contractors and/or purchase services).
• Reviews production schedule and assigns work to facilitate completion of tasks and product movement in accordance with established schedule.
• Interfaces with other organizations, external suppliers, customers, and regulatory agencies to define, evaluate and communicate accomplishment of project and program priorities through all phases in the product or service life.
• Provides organizational vision and strategic plan, quality policies, processes, and procedures, as well as process improvements and prevention measures.
• Establishes, overseas, and administers processes, policies, and best practices, and determines resource requirements, acquisition, improvement plans and quality measures.
• Provides cross-functional leadership and NDT technical expertise.
• Mentor NDT team members, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and ongoing development.
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree