Airbus

Solution Innovator - Agentic AI

Airbus • $90K — $130K *
Herndon, VA 20171In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent (Master's preferred)
  • Deep theoretical and practical AI knowledge with a focus on Generative AI and Agentic AI
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS and GCP
  • Proven rapid prototyping skills in GenAI solutions with strategic mindset
  • Understanding of data privacy and governance frameworks (GDPR, Export Controls)
  • Fluent in English with strong communication skills for demystifying AI concepts

Responsibilities

  • Drive the transition to an AI-Native Operating Model in the U.S.
  • Scout and identify emerging U.S. technologies in agentic AI
  • Ensure feasibility across operational, technical, legal, and sustainability dimensions
  • Consolidate digital needs while enforcing data regulations
  • Develop technical prototypes to mitigate risk and inform business roadmaps

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and incentive compensation packages
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave
  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Upskilling and development through access to 10,000+ e-learning courses and leadership opportunities
  • Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a Solution Innovator to join our Digital Innovation department based in the United States.

You will be part of a team developing AI capabilities from simple Gemini Gems up to Agentic AI solutions. As part of the Digital Innovation Squad, you will be involved in disruptive technology scouting and bridging global AI strategies with regional U.S. customer services aiming at enhancing aircraft reliability and safety while establishing an AI-Native Operating Model.
Meet the Team

You will be part of a multicultural and multidisciplinary team composed of 35 people who leverage value-based design-thinking to explore emerging technologies and deliver market-validated innovations. Organized into agile Innovation Squads, you will collaborate closely with a Value Architect and a Strategic Designer to turn internal concepts into technical realities by validating technical, operational, economic, and legal feasibility.
Your Working Environment

Operating within the United States-the global epicenter for AI and Digital Aerospace startups-this role offers a high-impact environment bridging global Airbus architectures with unique, regional customer service business lines such as Satair, Unical, and Skywise. You will drive an "Outside-In" innovation pulse, maintaining regional tech agility while safeguarding structural compliance.

The Washington, D.C. metro area is home to multiple Airbus offices: In our nation's capital you will find the Airbus Experience Center, a collection of interactive, multimedia exhibitions highlighting the extensive role the company plays in the aviation, aerospace and defense industries in the U.S. and around the world. The D.C. area is also home to our regional corporate headquarters - located adjacent to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - it makes flying in a breeze!

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: 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.
Your Challenges
  • Drive AI-Native Transition: Spearhead the shift from "Adopting AI" to "Being AI-Native" in the U.S. region by benchmarking maturity models and establishing compliant, local agentic workflows.
  • Tech Scouting & Innovation: Identify emerging U.S.-based technologies in agentic AI for spares, maintenance planning, pilot training, and smart catering to keep Airbus at the cutting edge.
  • Ensure Multi-Dimensional Feasibility: Own the operational, technical, schedule, economic, legal, and sustainability feasibility of future technical solutions, creating formal Architecture Dossiers.
  • Governance & IP Safety: Consolidate fragmented regional digital needs across heterogeneous business lines while enforcing strict data guardrails (GDPR, Export Control) and protecting intellectual property.
  • Rapid Prototyping: Develop functional technical prototypes to de-risk technology bricks, capturing validated learning to contribute to roadmaps and business cases.
Your Boarding Pass
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a relevant technical field (Master's degree preferred).
  • AI Expertise: Deep theoretical and practical knowledge in Artificial Intelligence, with a direct focus on Generative AI (GenAI), Agentic AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and Prompt Engineering.
  • Technical Systems Proficiency: Hands-on technical skills building and deploying within cloud infrastructure frameworks such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  • Prototyping & Strategy: Proven capability in rapid technical prototyping of GenAI solutions balanced with a strong strategic mindset to build sound business structures.
  • Data Privacy & Governance: Demonstrated understanding of data sensitivity frameworks, including global compliance standards (GDPR), Export Controls, and corporate IP protection.
  • Communication Mindset: Negotiation-level fluency in English with the ability to build enterprise literacy, demystify AI concepts, and advocate for data transparency.
Physical Requirements
  • Standard office and technology lab environment setup.
  • Ability to collaborate flexibly across international time zones (U.S. and Europe).
  • Mobility to engage with local business lines and tech hubs as required by innovation sprints.
  • 75% to 80%on site. 3-4 days a week in the office.


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 Customer Services, Inc.

Employment Type:
US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:
Professional

Remote Type:
On-site

Job Family:
Improvement & Performance Management

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
* Ladders Estimates

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