Ground Test Inspector; Avionics

Job Description

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility A320 is looking for a Ground Test Inspector to join our Manufacturing Department based in Mobile, AL.

As an Avionics Test Technician (Ground Test Performer), you will play a critical role in the Final Assembly Line by planning, executing, and validating aircraft systems tests. You will be responsible for demonstrating that our aircraft systems conform to design specifications through the Airbus Test System. When deviations occur, you will be the frontline expert initiating actions to isolate, document, and eliminate issues to ensure peak safety and performance.

From building to servicing the next generation of aerospace, our team focuses on quality, productivity and efficiency. We ensure the highest quality of care and safety is built into each aircraft we assemble and maintain.

Nearby 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. It strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry and is part of Airbus’ strategy to improve its global competitiveness.

• 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.

• Execute Avionics and System Testing 80% of the time.
• Prepare the aircraft and workstation surroundings for the test on various avionics and systems in a safe environment.
• Perform function tests on all systems (flight controls, navigation, passenger entertainment, etc.) in parallel to the assembly of the aircraft.
• Prepare, coordinate, and perform troubleshooting, with responsible engineering teams, on aircraft systems and test system environments.
• Organize documentation of any non-conformity in the SAP NC system and initiate associated retests (Repeat Test Instruction) after finalization of rework.
• Clarify and improve test instructions and test systems with appropriate engineering teams.
• Train others on A320 specific aircraft systems, safe operations, Airbus Operating System, and Airbus processes.

• Ensure the safety of the people and aircraft during all phases of production.
• Review planned work activities and perform Safety Risk Analysis.
• Ensure the aircraft is configured to facilitate safe work activities.
• Document and track aircraft configuration and testing status.
• Participate in problem solving when a safety risk is identified to understand the risk and its impact.

• Daily planning and coordination of testing with Operations, Engineering, Planning, and Aircraft Managers.
• Track status of non-conformities that impact testing.
• Identify problems internally to continuously improve the “On Time On Quality” production process.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Required: High School Diploma / GED.
• Completion of the following training provided by Airbus after recruitment:
  Health & Safety, General aircraft familiarization, Quality Training.
• Preferred: Training from a vocational school or previous employer in the use of application tools and techniques.

• Required: 5 years aviation experience in…