Tooling Project Coordinator - Aerospace

GROUPE ADF•Mobile, AL

About The Position

As part of ADF US LLC, based in Mobile, Alabama, the Tooling Project Coordinator will drive strategic aeronautical tooling projects for a key aerospace client in a dynamic, highly technical environment. The role provides technical leadership across tooling projects, from design review through qualification, acceptance, delivery, and closure. It involves translating technical requirements into tooling solutions, preparing and supporting tenders, launching projects, coordinating teams and stakeholders, managing resources and performance, and ensuring technical, contractual, quality, safety, and health requirements are met.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in an industrial mechanical environment.
Experience in project or technical management, including planning, dashboards, functional team leadership, and quality, cost, and deadline management.
Proven experience managing technical projects from start to finish.
Ability to anticipate technical issues and drive effective engineering solutions.
Ability to analyze technical needs and contribute to innovative tooling design ideas.
Ability to build strong client relationships and manage contractual aspects, including technical aspects.
Ability to manage budgets and cost estimates.
Ability to allocate human and material resources efficiently.
Ability to contribute to pre-sales tender management with a technical perspective.

Nice To Haves

Experience with aeronautical tooling.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership on aeronautical tooling projects from design review through qualification and acceptance.
Analyze technical requirements and specifications and translate them into robust tooling solutions.
Contribute to preparing, submitting, and negotiating technical tenders.
Prepare and launch projects by defining scope, planning, resources, and organization.
Lead project execution from start to finish in alignment with client expectations.
Ensure tooling meets mechanical, dimensional, and functional requirements.
Coordinate internal teams and external stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Manage the project lifecycle, including delivery and closure.
Monitor and control project performance and manage resources.
Oversee subcontractors and ensure compliance with technical and contractual requirements.
Provide technical support and monitoring for subcontractors and/or suppliers.
Support the definition and validation of acceptance procedures and technical documentation.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards (QHSE).
Contribute to a positive and professional company image.