Airbus

Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineering A320 Process Engineer

Airbus • $85K — $110K *
Mobile, AL 36695In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or related field.
  • 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience preferrably in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and lead technical projects successfully.
  • Strong influence and team leadership capabilities.
  • Excellent management and leadership skills with a results-oriented approach.
  • Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
  • Fluency in German, French, or Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate activities of the Manufacturing Engineering Process Engineer team.
  • Ensure timely resolution of ME PE topics to support production needs.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for Manufacturing Engineering processes on-site.
  • Supervise, plan and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers.
  • Optimize operational priorities and ensure alignment with production targets.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on process improvements and best practices.
  • Provide coaching and technical leadership to the Multi Functional Team (MFT).

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and training.
  • Dynamic work environment promoting team collaboration.
  • Exposure to a leader in aerospace manufacturing.
  • Engagement with international teams, especially in Europe.
  • Commitment to compliance and quality in aerospace operations.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Airbus Americas, Inc is looking for a Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineering A320 Process Engineer to join our team based inMobile, AL.

As part of the ME PE Leadership team, the incumbent will assist in coordinating all activities related to ME PE team functions within their designated business area. The ME PE Supervisor will ensure that ME PE topics are addressed in a timely manner to support production needs and escalation requirements. The incumbent will act as a leader and subject matter expert for their business area and will also be responsible for the training and development of new team members.

Your Challenges:
  • Work in a dynamic and proactive Multi Functional Team (MFT) involving FAL ME Process Engineer, Production, Quality, Logistics, and Tech Support functions, where you will put forward optimal solutions for all FAL topics.
  • Provide/Ensure Technical Leadership within the FAL MFT and coordinate with other engineering functions (MAP, IE, PPE, Jigs & Tools)
  • Liaise with European FALs within your assigned Business Unit to address complex problems and to determine best practices for manufacturing processes
  • Lead and supervise the Manufacturing Engineers within your team- determine operational priorities, daily targets, goals and objectives in line with FAL targets
  • Responsible for planning, organizing, supervising and providing context to your direct reports
  • Ensure M.E function targets, daily performance review and feedback are effectively completed within your assigned M.E team
  • Subject matter expert on-site for Manufacturing Engineering PE processes
  • Provide input- lead the processes between the departments and the external stakeholders and provide an excellent service to the customers
  • Manage and develop a talented and engaged team
  • Interface regularly with internal customers to gauge and improve satisfaction with the team's performance
  • Coach, lead and motivate your team- provide Technical leadership and guidance to wider MFT/APT
  • Manage attendance, performance evaluations, development plans, and training for the team
  • Provide technically accurate and clear work instructions for production and quality to follow while performing serial work on aircraft
  • Work as part of an integrated team and MFT/APT to ensure Business Units have visibility and status of critical items in the area
  • Collaborate with HO Process Engineering to define staffing requirements in line with Driver Model, create/update Job Descriptions, manage hiring process, and onboard new team members
  • Develop succession planning to manage turnover while maintaining core business deliverables
  • Optimize and implement processes/ways of working to improve the overall department and business
  • Master the aircraft manufacturing techniques, the industrial processes, industrial planning, organization around the product and the associated procedure
  • Prevention and elimination of disturbances in the manufacturing process
  • Contribute to elimination/resolution of repetitive NC's within the FAL
  • Ensure fulfillment of legal and airworthiness requirements to ensure Operation, such as demonstration of compliance for the maintenance of the POA
  • Serve as point of contact and escalation for process adherence and regulatory topics
  • Act as leader in the FAL that embodies all Airbus core values
  • Other duties as assigned


Additional Responsibilities:
  • Leading a team of direct reports.
  • Act as delegate for Head of ME as required.


Your Boarding Pass:
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or similar and/or combination of education and experience.
  • Successful in managing technical projects to ensure optimal implementation of technical solutions
  • Experience in managing and leading preferred
  • High degree of flexibility and initiative
  • Proven ability to influence others and lead teams
  • Proven ability to coordinate several projects and tasks simultaneously
  • Possess and demonstrate excellent management and leadership skills.
  • Demonstrate good judgment, flexibility, you are results oriented, able to work under minimum supervision and you observe tight delivery deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing.


Preferred Experience:
  • Preferred: 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
  • Preferred: Leadership and working experience within fast paced manufacturing environment similar to Airbus Mobile Manufacturing Site
  • Ability to communicate in German, French and Spanish (desirable).


Physical Requirements:
  • Onsite: 100%
  • Vision: adequate to enter and read material on computer screens. Able to identify individuals to initiate greetings, the giving of directions and other business interactions
  • Hearing: able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office settings Able to hear safety alerts and warning signals.
  • Speaking: able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying size with or without amplification.
  • Equipment Operation: able to operate personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors.
  • Carrying: able to occasionally carry up to 20lbs/9kg while engaging in training, addressing production issues or as part of continuous improvement projects.
  • Lifting: able to occasionally lift up to 30lbs/14kg.
  • Pushing/Pulling: able to push/pull items in office areas and on the shop floor.
  • Sitting: able to sit for extended periods of time at the computer and in meetings.
  • Squatting/Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.
  • Standing: able to stand for extended periods of time delivering information.
  • Travel/Mobility: able to travel overseas and domestically sometimes for extended periods of time and on short notice.
  • Walking: able to walk through office and production areas, around flight line and airstrips and sometimes on uneven indoor or outdoor surfaces other business interactions

Eligibility:
  • Eligible for employment in the US without sponsorship.


A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.

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:
Leadership

Job Posting End Date: 06.26.2026

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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