Propulsion Delivery Quality Manager III

Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at [email protected] Notice: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination   (English) Aviso: Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminación  (Spanish) Job Description: 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). Meet the Team: Our Engineers at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility take our aircraft from concept to customer delivery – working with production teams on every aspect of assembly from managing technical information, quality control, maintenance tasks and health & safety – along flowlines and flightlines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life. Your Working Environment: On ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond. How We Care for You: Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”) Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program. Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.  Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility. Your Challenges: Management & Oversight Responsibilities (50%) 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 Customer & Stakeholder Management (20%) 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). Product Quality Assurance (15%) 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). Continuous Improvement & Project Support (10%) 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 Additional Responsibilities (5%) Other duties as assigned       Your Boarding Pass: 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 Cha