Airbus

Jigs, Tools, & Measurements Systems QA Engineer

Airbus • $75K — $95K *
Mobile, AL 36695In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years in quality assurance within manufacturing
  • 5+ years managing measurement systems in manufacturing environments
  • Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems
  • Proven experience with tolerancing and metrology, plus familiarity with ERP systems like SAP
  • Preferred certifications: GD&T, QA/QC, Metrology, CAD; OSHA certification also valued

Responsibilities

  • Define and manage quality assurance requirements for aircraft assembly jigs and tools
  • Coordinate QA activities with suppliers and monitor compliance
  • Evaluate suppliers and new production concepts against established requirements
  • Conduct QA activities including validation, measurement analysis, and inspection planning
  • Test products across manufacturing and purchaser sites, ensuring compliance with specifications
  • Manage end-to-end non-conformance issues throughout the design and manufacturing lifecycle
  • Collaborate with teams to design and implement effective measurement systems

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and performance-based incentives
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave
  • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
  • Access to a vast array of e-learning courses for upskilling
  • Opportunities for national and international career mobility through Leadership University
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Meet the Team:

Our Engineers at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility take 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 flightlines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life.

Your Working Environment: Mobile, AL

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.

How We Care for You:
  • 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: C("EAP") anomprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan 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.


Position Summary: Responsible for defining, measuring and managing the quality requirements for A320 Family aircraft assembly jigs, tools, and measurement systems at the Final Assembly Line (FAL) - USA.

Your Challenges:
  • Define Quality Assurance (QA) requirements in the technical specifications for Airbus Jigs, tools and measurement systems.
  • Coordinate and lead QA measures with Jigs, tools and measurement systems suppliers and monitor their implementation.
  • Participate in supplier evaluation, pre-development production concepts, defining testing characteristics, and verifying that new production and control means align with established requirements.
  • Define and conduct all relevant QA activities (Verification and validation, measurement system analysis, inspection plans...)
  • Conduct product testing in manufacturer and purchaser sites. Including but not limited to acceptance, commissioning and validation tests from small standalone tooling to entire production lines and integrated industrial systems.
  • Coordination of logistical activities related to testing and support coordinate metrology tasks on new and in production means.
  • End to end non-conformity management during the design, manufacturing and commissioning phases for all relevant products. Including investigation, correspondence, resolution and documentation.
  • Perform troubleshooting by determining root causes of errors and both initiating and verifying the effectiveness of remedial measures.
  • Collaborate with development teams to analyze requirements, define measurement means and processes, evaluate uncertainty, and design and implement robust measurement systems.
  • Evaluate and cascade geometric and dimensional tolerances from high-level requirements to the specific product, ensuring that tooling capabilities are fully aligned with the necessary task specifications.
  • Provide production support for measurement and tolerancing issues. Assist with the resolution of non-conformities.
  • Provide reporting on all assigned projects.
  • Operate all applicable process steps in the FU.IN.03.02 (Develop and Realize Integrated Industrial Systems and Jigs & Tools) and FU.IN.03.06 (Implement Measurement Systems) Airbus processes.

Other duties as assigned:
  • Propose changes to improve the relevant processes, resolve process non-conformances and contribute to process risk analysis management
  • Lead special projects assigned by the manager.
  • Support the operational day to day activities for the FAL including coordinating subcontractor activities on the site. Oversee/lead root cause analysis investigations. Audit reports/documentation for accuracy/thoroughness.
  • Support other departments as needed.
  • Act as a technical expert to call for tender processes including contributing to creation of subcontract specifications and scope of work statements.
  • Provide technical and subcontracting advice and counsel to program managers, engineering personnel, and other related functions such as finance, quality and contract administration.
  • Responsible for tracking, follow-up and report on corrective action plans regarding service delivery.

Your Boarding:
Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering or a related technical field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
  • 5 or more years experience in quality assurance in a manufacturing environment
  • 5 or more years experience implementing and utilizing measurement systems in a manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrated experience developing and managing quality requirements
  • Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical/pneumatic/hydraulic/electrical systems
  • Demonstrated knowledge of tolerancing and metrology concepts and industrial applications
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP, etc.)

Licensure/Certifications:
  • Related technical certifications preferred (GD&T, Metrology, QA/QC, CAD...)
  • OSHA certifications preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:
  • Strong technical capabilities (analysis of system/machine function, root cause analysis of equipment failures, experience with measurement/electric/pneumatic/hydraulic/PLC systems).
  • Data analysis and presentation skills - ability to technically explain tooling/equipment issues.
  • Strong organization skills - able to oversee many ongoing topics
  • Flexibility to quickly shift priorities based on the needs of the FAL.
Communication Skills:
  • Capable of managing complex topics with many stakeholders. Strong communication and leadership skills to facilitate resolution of urgent maintenance topics.
Technical Systems Proficiency:
  • Catia experience preferred.
  • Experience with coordinate metrology software.
  • Microsoft or Google suite applications.

Travel Required:
Eligibility:
  • Eligible for employment in US.
Decision Making, Complexity:
  • Capable to independently make complex technical decisions related to assigned projects
  • Decisive regarding quality acceptance standards of tooling and measurement systems

Organizational information:
Direct Reports: None

Job Dimensions, Contributions to Success:
  • Responsible for the successful implementation of small and large industrial assets projects.
  • Accountable for on time & on quality delivery of each project assigned.

Physical Requirements:
  • Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.
  • Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.
  • Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.
  • Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.
  • Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
  • Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
  • Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
  • Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.
  • Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
  • Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor.
  • Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice.
  • Walking: able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.


This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:
US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:
Professional

Remote Type:
On-site

Job Family:
Manufacturing Engineering

Job Posting End Date: 07.03.2026

About Airbus

Airbus SE is a European multinational aerospace corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells civil and military aeronautical products worldwide. The company operates in three segments: Airbus, Airbus Helicopters, and Airbus Defence and Space. The Airbus segment develops, manufactures, markets, and sells commercial jet aircraft of approximately 100 seats; and regional turboprop aircraft and aircraft components, as well as provides aircraft conversion and related services. The Airbus Helicopters segment develops, manufactures, markets, and sells civil and military helicopters; and offers helicopter related services. The Airbus Defence and Space segment develops, manufactures, markets, and sells military aircraft, such as combat, mission, transport, and tanker aircraft; and missile systems, military satellites, and defence electronics, as well as provides defence related services. The company was formerly known as Airbus Group SE and changed its name to Airbus SE in April 2017. Airbus SE was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Blagnac, France.
Learn more about Airbus
Size
135,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
2000
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