Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry. We are a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We aim for a better-connected, safer and more prosperous world.

A commercial aircraft manufacturer, with Space and Defense as well as Helicopters Divisions, Airbus is the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe and a worldwide leader.

Airbus has built on its strong European heritage to become truly international - with roughly 180 locations and 12,000 direct suppliers globally. The company has aircraft and helicopter final assembly lines across Asia, Europe and the Americas, and has achieved a more than sixfold order book increase since 2000.

Position Summary:

The job holder will be responsible for the creation, monitoring and management of Working Party preparation & tooling activities in the frame of complex repairs and modifications assistance for Airlines and Maintenance Repair Organizations (MRO) outside their operating scope of work, technical ability and expertise, including but not limited to incidental and fleet wide repairs.

The jobholder initiates and manages the Working Party Preparation dossiers ensuring their compliance with Airbus Maintenance Organization procedures and FAA/EASA/TCCA Part 145 regulations, their delivery in due time, and that they feature all technical data and detailed work instructions to enable a smooth and efficient embodiment of maintenance, repair and retrofit tasks as requested by our customers.

Primary Responsibilities: 80%

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  Create and manage the Working Party preparation dossier covering all means needed for shop floor (or on-site Working Party) execution:
• Write, check and release Job Cards,
• Prepare Work Order Technical Definition, Engineering Technical Information, Maintenance Tasks...
• Identify and source Jigs & Tools required for the on-aircraft work under Airbus responsibility
• Ensure smooth flow of components, parts, jigs and tools at repair area I.A.W work sequencing.
• Ensure compliance to Health and Safety rules in force.
• Optimize the schedule and the economic impact for preparation activities for each repair/modification project.

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  Provide technical support to operations during embodiment, repair, and retrofit campaign or maintenance tasks (for Airbus, Airlines & MRO's).
• Manage on-site working party tooling requests, ensuring correct tools are supplied on time and on quality.

Additional R:esponsibilities: 20%

• Contribute to Return on Experience initiatives (through Post Project Reviews) and adopt a continuous improvement approach for any aspects of a given project and for the sake of operational business improvement.
• Propose innovative solutions, challenge supplier costs, monitor and report on capex expenditures, monitor workload, simplify tasks, and coordinate warehouse activities.
• Contribute to operational business activities through participation in collaborative projects.

Qualified Experience / Skills / Training:

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  Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 10 years of technical aviation experience in a repair environment PART 145 Airline or MRO under: FAA/EASA/TCCA Regulations.
• Applied knowledge and understanding of all working party (or on-aircraft activity) processes and, ideally knowing the Airbus MOA environment and associated documentation/processes.
• Good theoretical knowledge of metallic and composite aircraft structure and applicable repair processes.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to teams and business partners worldwide.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with multidisciplinary teams in various locations.
• Knowledge of Airbus manuals as available in Airn@v: AMM, IPC, SRM, ESPM, ASM, AWM, AWL...
• Type training or equivalent experience on the AIRBUS aircraft family. Additional experience on A300/A310 would be a plus.

Unique Position Details:

• Requires high level of flexibility and availability due to launch of tasks for undetermined durations and on short notice.
• Proven high motivation and flexibility skills to work in a highly demanding environment.
• Works well in a multicultural and multifunctional team environment.
• Ability to prepare and present issue resolution to internal and external business partners.
• Autonomous & ability to take initiatives.
• Must be willing to work in a shift-pattern including evenings, week-ends and bank holidays.
• Must be able to attend On the Job Training Program abroad (out of the United States).
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid passport which allows unrestricted travels.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment, post-accident/incident and random Drug/Alcohol screening (DOT/FAA).

Communication Skills:

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  Ability to present and discuss at management level within Airbus and with customers in case of reporting/escalation.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with a diverse international work force.
• Ability to understand and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information.
• Ability to read, understand and follow instructions to solve complex structural/mechanical/electrical problems.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft office and SAP
• Fluent English, Spanish would be a plus.

Travel Required:

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  40% Domestic and International travel required
• Be flexible to travel on short notice and for varying, sometimes extensive periods

Eligibility:

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  Eligible for Employment in the US

Physical Requirements:

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  Vision: Able to see and utilize computer screens; Able to move through office and from point to point to find specific co-workers and in-house experts.
• Hearing:able to hear in normal conversations and respond to warnings and signals.
• Speaking:able to participate in normal business conversations.
• Equipment Operation:Able to operate standard office equipment and utilize electronic id to enter building.
• Carrying:able to occasionally carry up to 40lbs/18kg when transporting documents, printer paper and similar items.
• Lifting:able to occasionally lift up to 40lbs/18kg.
• Pushing/Pulling:able to push/pull office chairs and pieces equipment.
• Sitting:able to sit for extended periods of time in front of a computer terminal while writing bulletins or participating in meetings.
• Squatting/Kneeling:able to occasionally squat/kneel to access items stored on low shelving.

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  Standing:able to stand for long periods of time working or in meetings and discussions.
• Travel/Mobility:able to travel overseas and domestically sometimes for extended periods of time and on short notice. Able to work outside hangers in changing locations. Able to work on movable lifts at the aircraft.
• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents):able to walk through office and production areas sometimes on uneven surfaces to reach meetings, visitors and direct other meetings.

As a leader in our field, Airbus in America provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Airbus in America provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus in America complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training.

Airbus in America expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. Improper interference with the ability of Airbus' employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.