Operations Engineering Management

Overview

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston is looking for an Operations Engineering Management to join our Operations Engineering department based in Kinston, NC.

Meet the Team:
Our team at Airbus Aerosystems Kinston manufactures crucial aircraft components. On the shop floor you'll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft.

Your Working Environment:
The Airbus Aerosystems Kinston facility sits at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing, specializing in the production of large, advanced composite aerostructures. Our team builds critical components for the state-of-the-art Airbus A350 XWB, including the composite center fuselage and wing spar.

• Disciplinary and functional leadership including accountability for work attendance for reporting headcount.
• Guiding, motivating and developing staff and implementing a high performance culture in the sphere of impact.
• Planning, agreement, monitoring and reporting of required resources to accomplish the delegated work (e.g., budgets, services, equipment) in cooperation with the manager.
• Continuous improvement of work processes in the designated area, in line with broader organizational goals and objectives.
• Risk management activities for the area of responsibility, including identification, evaluation, mitigation and reporting of risks.
• Compliance with internal and external regulations and escalation of issues to leadership as needed.
• Achievement of short-term business objectives delivering active performance management and decision making.
• Drive toward a world-class safety culture and consider environmental sustainability in all actions.
• Manage a team of engineers and planners with diverse skill sets.
• Incorporation of change into a production environment while maintaining configuration control.
• Lead development of new processes and changes in existing processes.
• Improve product quality and enable on-takt production.
• Assess producibility, product quality and related processes.
• Manage the schedule of complex, competing priorities and report on realization to senior management.
• Coach and develop the team through effective mentoring.

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Composites, Materials, Engineering Technology, or related field
• 5-8 Years Experience
• Strong experience in a leadership/management role leading engineers
• Experience in composite fabrication/manufacturing
• Experience working with international internal and external customers
• Lean manufacturing expertise

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in Aerospace Manufacturing
• Excellent Customer Relationship Management Skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with demanding customers with conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working with multiple cross-functional groups (Quality, Assembly, Procurement, Supply Chain, Machining, etc.)

Onsite

• Vision:
  Ability to read computer screens, documents, reports and engineering drawings
• Hearing:
  Ability to hear conversations and alarms on the production floor
• Speaking:
  Ability to communicate clearly in meetings and discussions
• Equipment Operation:
  Use of office and production tools and equipment
• Carrying/Lifting:
  Ability to handle documents and equipment up to 30 lbs / 14 kg
• Pushing/Pulling/Standing/Sitting:
  Daily activities as described
• Squatting/Kneeling, Walking, Heights:
  Various physical requirements as necessary
• Personal Protective Equipment:
  Safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators/masks and gloves

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A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or upon request.

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status
• Airbus is committed to equal opportunities for all and provides relocation assistance for qualified positions
• Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Applicants must have current work authorization
• Employment with Airbus is at will;
  Airbus reserves the right to revise duties and does not offer guaranteed employment
• This position description does not constitute a contract of employment

Airbus is committed to equal opportunity and maintaining an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of background. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston, Inc