A320 FAL Short​/Mid Term Planning Manager

Job Description

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for an A320 FAL Operational Planning Manager to join our FAL based in Mobile, AL.

The A320 FAL Operational Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing both short‑term (0‑4 weeks) and mid‑term (0‑12 months) operational planning for the A320 assembly line. This role includes managing production schedules, coordinating aircraft movements, and developing planning scenarios to meet monthly and yearly FOT/TOT targets. The manager ensures resource optimisation and on‑time delivery by tracking operational progress, leading planning meetings, and resolving production bottlenecks, including urgent issues such as material, engine, and QSR shortages.

The position requires proficiency in the APC Jaguar planning tool, proactive decision‑making, and effective cross‑functional collaboration to align with business goals and mitigate risks across the production process.

The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facilities help assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along two (soon to be three) production lines for the A220 and A320 Family aircraft. On the shop floor you’ll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas such as electrical, structure and quality.

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. The facility strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry and is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance 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.

• Short‑Term Planning (0‑4 Weeks) – 40%:
  • Support management and optimisation of the 0‑4 week aircraft production schedule.
  • Track industrial milestones, ensuring schedules are adjusted to meet production targets.
  • Coordinate resource capacity (manpower, machines, materials) and assist in identifying production bottlenecks.
  • Contribute to daily MPS meetings/OCC, helping to track progress and report issues to ensure smooth operations.
  • Assist in managing aircraft positioning and movements across production phases, ensuring alignment with operational needs.
  • Support resolution of conflicts related to resource and position needs between the A220 program, FAL and customer line operations.
• Mid‑Term Tactical Planning (0‑1 Year) – 30%:
  • Assist in the analysis of production lead‑time, milestones, and KPIs to identify risks and provide insights for decision‑making.
  • Support the development and maintenance of tactical plans, ensuring alignment with FOT and delivery forecasts.
  • Help adjust plans based on production issues, customer needs, and supply‑chain impacts, prioritising production needs.
  • Support weekly/monthly MPS routines, ensuring schedules are adjusted based on takt time and delivery requirements.
• Crisis & Issue Management & Cross‑Functional Collaboration – 30%:
  • Assist in reporting aircraft status (WIP, deliveries) and contribute to communication efforts related to performance and customer needs.
  • Facilitate decision‑making for planning the A/C with collaboration from impacted stakeholders in Europe and the US.
  • Support cross‑functional collaboration to ensure planning accuracy and alignment across departments (FALs, Procurement, Engineering, Finance).
  • Help address urgent issues such as…