Head of Aircraft Ground Test Operations - A320; ESAO

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Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for the Head of Aircraft Ground Test Operations - A320 (ESAO) to join our team based in Mobile, AL.

The Head of Aircraft Ground Test Operations is responsible for overall leadership along with the technical oversight of all ground test activities encompassing two high-volume A320 production lines and the final completion area. As a senior site leader, you will provide executive leadership and technical governance for all A320 ground test operations. You are responsible for the strategic design, coordination, and execution of the aircraft testing operating system, ensuring all policies and procedures align with world‑class aerospace standards.

In this role, you will define the strategic roadmap for the A320 Performance Management Center, driving large‑scale process improvements and organizational change to optimize production flow. You will serve as the primary authority for ground test activities, balancing technical oversight with the visionary leadership necessary to scale the Mobile facility's capabilities.

Our team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility takes 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 flight lines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life.

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.

• 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.

• Organizational Leadership:
  Lead and manage Ground Test Operations (ESAO) across three core pillars:
  Operations, Ground Test Design Engineering, and the Tool Shop.
• Production Delivery:
  Accountable for delivering completely equipped, powered, and certified single‑aisle aircraft on time, within quality standards, and on cost.
• Performance Excellence:
  Achieve and maintain a 95%+ In‑station build rate across all value streams.
• Strategic Growth:
  Define and drive the growth plan for ground test design autonomy to support the Mobile site ramp‑up.
• Industrial Planning:
  Manage aircraft manufacturing techniques and industrial processes, including line balancing and activity sequencing.

• Asset Oversight:
  Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of test tooling and assets valued at over $125M, including additional hangar…