VIE-2026 SPAIN Quality Conformance Manager in QMGK (Operational Quality s19 A350)

Job Description

Job Description:

The Volunteer for International Experience (VIE) is a unique international program sponsored by the French Ministries of Europe and Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Economy and Finance and the Ministry of Ecological Transition and Territorial Cohesion, open to Airbus to offer young professionals the opportunity to have valuable paid work experience abroad in a technical or business function.

The VIE is a specific contract, under Business France’s eligibility criteria.

VIE Main Requirements:

• European Union citizens (plus Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Monaco), graduates up to and

including 28 years old (a V.I.E mission can begin no later than the day of the twenty-ninth birthday)

• Have fulfilled military obligations for their country, if any

• Must be registered on the Mon Volontariat International website before the age of 28

For more information: https://mon-vie-via.businessfrance.fr/ (in English, German, Italian and Spanish)

A VIE for a Quality conformance management has arisen within Airbus commercial in Getafe (Spain). You will join the Quality department of the site (QMG)

1. GETAFE: CENTER OF EXCELLENCE

Our Getafe plant is a premier center for advanced aerospace manufacturing.

Getafe is the only site in Airbus where we work the 3 Airbus divisions together: Airbus Defense and Space, Airbus Helicopters and Airbus Commercial.

By joining this site, you will be directly involved with the core components of the Airbus fleet:

• The Horizontal Tailplane (HTP): Ensuring the stability and performance of the entire Airbus aircraft family.
  
• The A350 Section 19 (S19): Working on the cutting-edge, carbon-fiber rear fuselage section that defines modern long-range aviation.
  
• RTM parts manufacturing for A350 S19.
  

2. JOB DESCRIPTION & MISSION

Summary: In this role, your mission is to lead and drive the resolution of complex quality issues through active teamwork. You will not work in isolation; your success depends on your ability to facilitate collective solutions. We have a corporate ambition to drastically reduce de Non Quality in Airbus Commercial to further improve the satisfaction of our customers and the operational performance of our industrial process.

Key Responsibilities:

You will report directly to the Head of Quality of Section 19 & Composites a350 in the following critical missions:

• Leader of Quality Moonshot Portfolio : work with other local and central functions as well as other Airbus plants to define and lead the portfolio of strategic projects to reduce the Non Conformities of our manufacturing lines.
  
• Non Conformity monitoring: Work closely with peers to measure, monitor and eradicate defects and rework in production.
  
• PDCA creation : Monitor quality KPI’s and create forecasts to secure the improvement plans to converge to targets.
  
• Leader of Quality Moonshot Portfolio : work with other local and central functions as well as other Airbus plants to define and lead the portfolio of strategic projects to reduce the Non Conformities of our manufacturing lines.
  
• Work closely with our Quality Line Side team of the section 19 to ensure full link with the shop floor know-how, implement lessons learned and improvement ideas.
  
• Support all Quality Conformance Manager s of each manufacturing line to support the monitoring of the quality KPI’s.
  
• Problem Solving: use problem solving methodologies to find root causes and eradicate defects (PPS, 5 Whys, Ishikawa).
  

3. MULTI-FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION

This role offers a unique opportunity to work across different layers of the organization:

• Local Multi-Functional Teams (MFTs): Daily collaboration in Getafe with Manufacturing Engineering , Production , and Logistics .
  
• Airbus Central Organization: Working with central departments to align local operations with global company strategies.
  
• Inter-Plant Network: You will maintain regular contact and collaborate with other key manufacturing sites, including Illescas , Cádiz , and St Eloi (France).
  

4. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Master Degree level (or equivalent) in Engineering or a related discipline.
  
• Languages: Advanced level in both English and Spanish is required. French and/or German would be also a “plus”.
  
• Knowledge of Quality methodologies and standards is highly valued
  
• Programming Skills (nice to have): Basic knowledge or experience in programming of digitalization is highly valued to support the digitization of projects.
  
• Mindset: your motivation to learn and energy would be the key for success. We are looking for a proactive team player who is autonomous, rigorous, and capable of prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
  

5. WHY JOIN AIRBUS GETAFE?

• Professional Growth: Excellent upskilling opportunities in a multicultural environment, working for a certified "Top Employer Spain & Europe."
  

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 Operations SL

Employment Type:
VIE, VISC
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Experience Level:
Entry Level

Job Family:
Quality Assurance

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