Aerostructure Cost Engineer

Job Description

Job Description:

SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to BPSS and Export Control checks (including a criminal record check).

LOCATION: Site (60% of your working week must be office based)

TYPE: Full time

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more
  
• Work / Life Balance: 35 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working
  
• Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities
  
• Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop
  
• Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100% pay), adoption / shared parental / caregiving leave
  
• Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)
  

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight ( #ZEROe ) to cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose . So what's your next change?

This is a rare opportunity to be a founding member of a brand-new, end-to-end costing hub based right here in Belfast. While your initial focus will be the A220 programme, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how this team evolves, collaborating with international experts in areas like CAPEX, Jigs & Tools, and advanced digital methods. We are looking for proactive, open-minded individuals who want to bridge the gap between technical manufacturing excellence and procurement strategy. If you are looking for a role that offers the stability of a global leader like Airbus combined with the entrepreneurial energy of building a new local team from the ground up, this is where you can truly leave your mark on the future of aerospace.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

• Produce robust, independent and neutral RC and NRC estimates for Airbus aircraft programmes or projects to enable business decisions to be made.
• Lead cost engineering discussions with Airbus suppliers based on your cost analysis
• Support cost modeling & the development of new cost models to reflect the cost impact of new manufacturing processes and/or technological advancements
• Ensure the capture of return of experiences into the Costing operational teams and Costing Reference Chambers

ABOUT YOU:

• Manufacturing, Programme and/or Engineering experience
• Knowledge of detail part manufacturing processes: composite, metallic, machined and fabricated, assembly with a specific focus on the A220 MAKE and BUY perimeter
• Knowledge of cost drivers for jigs & tools, capex, opex and other industrial capital from both a recurring and non-recurring perspective
• Knowledge of industrial capital expenditure costs drivers
• Ability to understand and explain design, manufacturing and costing details, while at the same time being able to step back to get the macro view for the impact on the complete business
• Design and Manufacture to cost experience and mindset.
• Strategic and analytical skills including data analysis & root-cause analysis.
• Ability to travel to Canada and Europe.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

How can we support you...

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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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 Belfast Limited

Employment Type:
Permanent
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Experience Level:
Professional

Job Family:
Costing

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