Sr. Engineering Program Mgr-Cabin Modifications

Airbus•Mobile, AL

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Cabin Modifications & Engineering Program Manager, you will lead and drive the delivery of customer offers/proposals pertaining to aircraft cabin upgrades, interior modification programs and customer-centric solutions across Airbus commercial programs/products. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, certification, production, airline customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to define project scope, engineering statement of work, project schedule, and project costs (engineering and parts). Offers/proposals are to be delivered within the framework of full compliance with regulatory and safety requirements. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineering professional with demonstrated experience in aircraft cabin modification (layout and systems) projects, familiarity with STC/DOA processes, and technical program leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering (Aero, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical)
9+ years of engineering experience in aircraft interiors, cabin modifications, systems integration, or similar aviation roles.
Proven background in technical project or program management, ideally including STC, modifications, or cabin reconfiguration projects.
Ability to interpret and develop engineering drawings, BOMs, technical reports, and certification documentation.
Demonstrated success working with airline customers, MROs, OEM partners, and cross-disciplinary teams.
Technical leadership with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication, with ability to present complex technical concepts to varied audiences.
Customer-facing experience with strong relationship building skills.
Strong organizational capabilities, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Team player with the drive to influence cross-functional decision making.
Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written).
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interface with all levels of personnel and disciplines.
Demonstrates a high level of listening and oral skills by leading discussions on issues, solutions, ideas and status of work.
Strong computer background, including MS Excel and Google Suite application experience (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail)

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering and/or PMP or equivalent project management certification.
In-depth knowledge of aircraft cabin systems, regulatory frameworks (FAA/EASA), and certification pathways.
Experience with cabin layout re-designs, seat-module integration, monument placement, IFE/PSU integration, or advanced interior systems.
Familiarity with digital design tools and product lifecycle management (PLM) software.
Working knowledge of Airbus Aircraft Cabin.
Conversational French and/or German.

Responsibilities

Opportunity/Project Evaluation: 30%
Assess customer requirements and specifications related to the desired “To Be” aircraft configuration
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to conduct an initial technical feasibility study (including risk assessment) of the desired modification.
Work with engineering and kitting teams to develop a rough order of magnitude cost estimate for a potential project
Offer/Proposal Development: 50%
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to expand the previous evaluation into a detailed Offer specifying the scope of work, firm cost estimate, and accurate schedule
Coordinate with sales and marketing to ensure proposals align with customer needs and are competitively priced
Support negotiations with customers and suppliers to secure favorable agreements and contract terms
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement: 15%
Ensure that customer expectations are understood and integrated into engineering plans with a strong focus on safety, performance, and compliance.
Foster strong relationships with customers, understanding their needs and providing excellent customer service throughout the offer lifecycle.
Additional Responsibilities Other duties as assigned: 5%
Identify and support local improvement initiatives to increase team efficiency through process, methods and tools improvements.