Senior Cabin Engineer (Contract)

Airbus•Mobile, AL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position leads the development, customization, and certification of aircraft cabin and cargo interiors/payloads for airline customers. The Senior Cabin Engineer exercises considerable independence to perform complex engineering design, analysis, and integration from the initial conceptual phase to final product installation, while serving as a key technical point of contact and providing expert guidance to airline customers.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering (Aero, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical)
9+ years in aircraft cabin interior design, stress/integration analysis, and certification.
Strong proficiency using Google G Suite.
Demonstrate a willingness to learn and be proactive working with teams.
Demonstrate flexibility regarding the changing working environment.
Must have the ability to write reports, specifications, work statements, requirements and other technical documents.
Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Detailed-oriented with excellent proof-reading and writing skills
Effective communication skills in English
Must be able to present information and answer questions related to produced documentation.
Provides a clear communication link between vendors and the engineering team.
Communicate frequently with other departments internally, externally and internationally.
CAD experience is essential with Catia V5.
Strong capability in MS Office/Google Products.
Ability to learn new tool sets as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Airbus cabin and cargo engineering
French, German, or Spanish skills a plus
Ability to obtain Authorizer technical signatory status; proven track record with Approve signatory authority.
Expert proficiency in 2D/3D CAD software alongside working knowledge of scripting tools (Python, VBA, CAD macros).
High-level oral, written, and presentation skills with proven ability to lead complex technical discussions with senior external stakeholders.
Master of Science (MS) degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering.
Experience with PDM (TAKSY, PASS-SSI).

Responsibilities

Exercise considerable independence to create, update, and approve complex 2D/3D CAD models and engineering changes in compliance with manufacturing and design requirements.
Develop innovative technical solutions to complex cabin design and integration challenges requiring regular use of ingenuity and creativity.
Guide cross-functional teams (stress engineers, drafters, and designers) to ensure design manufacturability, safety, and integration integrity.
Obtain and effectively utilize Approve and Authorizer technical signatory status for engineering releases and design approvals.
Guide and lead the successful completion of major cabin engineering projects, establishing clear team requirements, technical objectives, and binding commitments.
Act as the primary technical contact on key contracts and projects; interact with senior external personnel and airline clients on major technical matters.
Review technical approaches and design outcomes to establish new standard operating procedures and solutions for future technical issues.
Lead the preparation, review, and authorization of complex certification plans, test data, and technical documentation packages.
Maintain high decision-making rigor—ensuring all certification data meets regulatory standards, as erroneous decisions would result in failure to achieve major organizational objectives.
Confidently prepare and deliver detailed, complex business and technical presentations to internal leadership, regulatory authorities, and external partners.
Apply technical proficiency in Python (including libraries like Pandas) to automate complex engineering workflows, data analysis, and report generation.
Leverage Google Workspace tools (including Apps Script) and AI tools (such as Google Gemini) to streamline project management, technical research, and team productivity.
Utilize web automation tools (e.g., Selenium) to extract and process technical data from internal databases and supplier portals.