Supervisor, In Service Repair Certification

Location:

Mobile, AL - Mobile Engineering Center (on site 60% / remote 40%)

Report to the Head of Airworthiness & Quality to ensure all engineering activities comply with applicable EASA and FAA requirements. Manage a team of In service Repair Certification engineers within Airbus Americas Engineering and support the integration of engineering reporting, accountability and certification activities onto the AA region and back to Europe.

The Mobile Engineering Center supports the design and development of Airbus commercial aircraft cabins, aftermarket upgrades, reconfigurations and services.

Engage across the aircraft life cycle from product development to manufacturing and direct support of airline customers.

• Financial Rewards
  :
  Competitive base salary, incentive compensation, retirement savings plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Work/Life Balance
  :
  Paid time off, holidays and generous parental leave program
• Health & Welfare
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  Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, high deductible health plans, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Individual Development
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  Upskilling and development opportunities through global Leadership University, e learning courses, accelerated programmes and mobility opportunities

• People & Team Management (50%)
  • Oversee day to day activities, task assignment, scheduling and team performance
  • Ensure teams deliver on schedule, cost and quality
  • Allocate resources including personnel, equipment and budget
  • Identify training needs and facilitate professional development
  • Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback
  • Facilitate communication within the team and with stakeholders
  • Serve on the Airbus Americas Engineering management team
  • Support EASA and internal DOA audits
  • Regularly meet with Airworthiness counterparts in Europe
  • Act as focal point for repair design assurance within the airworthiness function
  • Develop and support strategic projects related to in service repair certification
  • Work closely with Worldwide Airworthiness groups for Aircraft Repairs (1IA) maintaining all service level agreements
• Technical & Managing Certification (45%)
  • Lead airworthiness approvals of Airbus products and changes with certifying authorities
  • Manage multi ATA, multi program workloads in line with customer expectations and certification requirements
  • Ensure consistency in global certification processes ("Speak One Voice")
  • Consult and challenge certification specialists on solutions for diverse in service configurations
  • Perform approvals in line with DOA privileges such as Repair & Design Approval Form (RDAF)

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering or a relevant field

• Master's of Science degree in Engineering or a relevant field

• 20+ years progressive experience in engineering programs for commercial transport aircraft
• Progressive experience in airworthiness certification, product development, major modifications and return to service of fleet aircraft

• Experience in a complex, matrix organization

• 15% domestic and international travel

Authorized to work in the US and possess required U.S. work authorization.

• Onsite 60 %, Remote 40 %
• Vision:
  Daily read computer screens, documents, and engineering drawings
• Hearing:
  Daily participate in conversations and hear safety warnings
• Speaking:
  Daily communicate in conversations and meetings
• Equipment Operation:
  Daily operate office electronic equipment and certain tools (e.g., hydraulic lifts)
• Carrying & Lifting:
  Carry or lift up to 30 lbs (14 kg) several times a week
• Push/Pull:
  Push/pull small office furniture and equipment as needed
• Sitting:
  Sit for long periods in meetings and on a computer
• Squatting/Kneeling:
  Squat or kneel a few times a month to retrieve items on low shelving
• Standing:
  Stand daily for discussions in offices or on the production floor
• Travel:
  Travel independently on short notice; once a month
• Walking:
  Daily walk through office…