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Sr. Engineering Program Mgr-Cabin Modifications(Contract)

Location:  Mobile, Alabama, United States
Location flexibility:  3 office days / week
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Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at USCareers@airbus.com

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Job Description:

Job Description

Position Summary

As a Senior Cabin Modifications & Engineering Program Manager, you will lead and drive the delivery of customer offers/proposals pertaining to aircraft cabin upgrades, interior modification programs and customer-centric solutions across Airbus commercial programs/products. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, certification, production, airline customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to define project scope, engineering statement of work, project schedule, and project costs (engineering and parts). Offers/proposals are to be delivered within the framework of full compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.

This role is ideal for a seasoned engineering professional with demonstrated experience in aircraft cabin modification (layout and systems) projects, familiarity with STC/DOA processes, and technical program leadership.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Opportunity/Project Evaluation: 30%
    • Assess customer requirements and specifications related to the desired “To Be” aircraft configuration
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Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to conduct an initial technical feasibility study (including risk assessment) of the desired modification.

  • Work with engineering and kitting teams to develop a rough order of magnitude cost estimate for a potential project
    • Offer/Proposal Development: 50%
      • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to expand the previous evaluation into a detailed Offer specifying the scope of work, firm cost estimate, and accurate schedule
      • Coordinate with sales and marketing to ensure proposals align with customer needs and are competitively priced
      • Support negotiations with customers and suppliers to secure favorable agreements and contract terms
    • Customer & Stakeholder Engagement: 15%
      • Ensure that customer expectations are understood and integrated into engineering plans with a strong focus on safety, performance, and compliance.
      • Foster strong relationships with customers, understanding their needs and providing excellent customer service throughout the offer lifecycle.

    Additional Responsibilities

    • Other duties as assigned: 5%
      • Identify and support local improvement initiatives to increase team efficiency through process, methods and tools improvements.

    Qualified Experience and Training

    Required Education

    • Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering (Aero, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical)

    Preferred Education

    • Master’s degree in Engineering and/or PMP or equivalent project management certification.

    Required Experience

    • 9+ years of engineering experience in aircraft interiors, cabin modifications, systems integration, or similar aviation roles.
    • Proven background in technical project or program management, ideally including STC, modifications, or cabin reconfiguration projects.
    • Ability to interpret and develop engineering drawings, BOMs, technical reports, and certification documentation.
    • Demonstrated success working with airline customers, MROs, OEM partners, and cross-disciplinary teams.

    Preferred Experience

    • In-depth knowledge of aircraft cabin systems, regulatory frameworks (FAA/EASA), and certification pathways.
    • Experience with cabin layout re-designs, seat-module integration, monument placement, IFE/PSU integration, or advanced interior systems.
    • Familiarity with digital design tools and product lifecycle management (PLM) software.

    Travel Required

    • 5% Domestic and International.

    Citizenship

    Authorized to Work in the US

    Qualified Skills:

    Required Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities

    • Technical leadership with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication, with ability to present complex technical concepts to varied audiences.
    • Customer-facing experience with strong relationship building skills.
    • Strong organizational capabilities, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
    • Team player with the drive to influence cross-functional decision making.

    Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities

    • Working knowledge of Airbus Aircraft Cabin.

    Required Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages)

    • Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written).
    • Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interface with all levels of personnel and disciplines.
    • Demonstrates a high level of listening and oral skills by leading discussions on issues, solutions, ideas and status of work.

    Preferred Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages)

    • Conversational French and/or German.

    Required Technical Systems Proficiency

    • Strong computer background, including MS Excel and Google Suite application experience (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail)

    Level of Decision Making: (Level/Impact of decision making: strategic, tactical, operational)

    • Decision making is limited to personal development and moderate to complex impact operational tasks.

    Organizational information

    Is this a people manager?: No

    # of Exempt Reports:

    # of Non-Exempt Reports:

    Job Dimensions

    • Work is performed without appreciable directions. Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment.

    Nature of Contacts

    Involved, negotiation type communication on a regular basis with external parties only.

    Physical Requirements

    Onsite 60% Remote 40%

    Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. Daily

    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. Daily

    Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. Daily

    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. Daily

    Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. Daily

    Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. Daily

    Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. Daily

    Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer. Daily

    Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. Daily

    Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor. Daily

    Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. Rarely

    Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. Daily

    Equal Opportunity

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status

    As a leader in our field, Airbus provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

    As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

    Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

    NOTE: Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

    The Company reserves the right to revise, change and/or modify job duties, responsibilities or working conditions as the need arises, with or without advance notice. Employment with the Company is at-will. This position description and the statements contained within it do not create any contractual rights between the Company and its employees, either express or implied.

    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:
    Agency / Temporary

    Experience Level:
    Professional

    Remote Type:
    On-site

    Job Family:
    Structure Design & Integration
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    Airbus provides equal opportunities to all individuals seeking assignment with Airbus without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in every location in which the company has facilities. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. This assignment description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

    By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
    Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

    Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .

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