What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Conformance Manager position at Airbus?

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Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for a Quality Conformance Manager to join our Quality Department based in Mobile, AL

Mission is to guarantee the conformity of a product / service to the requirements specified by our customers, and support quality on time and on cost delivery by delivering right first time to increase customer loyalty. You will lead and drive the resolution of complex quality issues and continuous improvement projects by setting the measurement standards and identifying / facilitating improvements to increase :

Process performance and product adherence to standards

Reliability of processes

Repeatability of processes, at initial design phase, before any process changes are made and continuously through the life of a product.

Meet the team :

The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facilities help assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along two (soon to be three) production lines for the A220 and A320 Family aircraft. On the shop floor you'll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft.

Your working environment :

Nearby on 'Airbus Way' you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus' strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

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.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and accessible. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Your challenges :

1. Identify improvement opportunities, define and implement corrective action plans through a Multi Functional Team approach. 25%

For example :

Review and analysis of aircraft and process records, such as Nonconformity, Customer Quality Logbook, Airbus Logbook data; identify repetitive and high impact topics; raise potential Major Manufacturing Incidents

Review and Analysis of Test Event Reports (TER) from the Flight Test Team & link to Quality Improvement Plans

Review of Audit reports, Personnel qualification records, calibration records, jig and tool data

Review KPI data - Capture and re-use Lessons Learned

Create and cascade Single Point Lessons and Quality Flash Alerts

Ensure FOD Awareness in the assigned areas

Facilitate and moderate Practical Problem Solving activities

2. Implement, monitor and improve aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS), as aligned to the Roles & Responsibilities assigned, including compliance to all applicable regulatory (EASA, FAA), standards (EN9100 / 9110), policies, directives, processes and methods. 25%

For example :

Ensure adherence to the Internal Audit and Operational Surveillance Plans

Perform Operational Surveillance as assigned

Ensure adherence to Service Level Agreements

Support Internal and External Audits and follow up activities

Work with subcontractors / service providers to implement clear, detailed and achievable improvement plans.

3. Engage with various stakeholders (Production, Engineering, Suppliers, Customers, Subcontractor) and represent the Quality Department in Multi Functional Teams. As needed, convince and / or persuade others to follow ideas and proposals. 15%

4. Support product conformity attestation system. 20%

For example :

Manage Quality Authorizations and delegations

Develop and implement Inspection Control Plan using the relevant control systems, tools and methods

5Implement, monitor and report on Key Performance Indicators to ensure that standards of Quality are improved and / or adapted where necessary. 5%

Your boarding pass : Education :

Required : Bachelor's degree in aeronautical engineering, industrial engineering, or similar discipline. May substitute relevant experience in place of the degree.

Experience :

Required : Minimum 3 years, preferably with an international aviation company in Aircraft Manufacturing / Quality / Lean Management / Quality Inspection of entire Aircraft or Aircraft installations Licensure / Certifications : Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities :

Knowledge of topics key to Quality, i.e. pro-active prevention and continuous improvement, APQP, core tools (Quality Gates, CI's / KT's, FMEA, Control Plan, SPC, PPS), Q6, CNQ, workmanship and FOD prevention.

Good Knowledge about non-conformance management and Root Cause Analysis methods within Airbus.

Strong and effective Practical Problem Solving skills (demonstrable).

Understanding of the Kaizen approach to Manufacturing.

Knowledge of the Production process and build cycle.

Knowledge of rules for aircraft design and manufacturing

Knowledge of aircraft mechanical & electrical installation.

Familiar with the American aviation market, its Airlines and Airline Representatives

Ability to quickly understand procedural and technical documents.

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

Strong communication skills through all levels of the organization and Functions.

Strong international communication skills

Strong presentation skills.

Ability to launch and host virtual meetings with Google Meet

Physical Requirements :

Lifting, Carrying, Pushing / Pulling, Sitting, Standing, Squatting / Kneeling, Walking, Speaking, Hearing, Vision, Manual Dexterity, Travel. Include estimated time or percentage for each factor and maximum weight for lifting.

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 a wide range of personal and office electronic equipment. Working on jigs at the fuselage at a height of 15 feet. Able to work on hydraulic lifts sometimes at a height of up to 40 feet.

Carrying : able to occasionally carry up to 55lbs / 25kg while engaging in training, addressing production issues or as part of continuous improvement projects.

Lifting : able to occasionally lift up to 55lbs / 25kg.

Pushing / Pulling : able to push / pull items in office areas.

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.

Travel : able to travel overseas and domestically sometimes for extended periods of time.

Technical Systems Proficiency :

Familiar with SAP system (preferred)

Travel Required :

10 % Domestic and International

Decision Making, Complexity :

Person will have decision making power within the guidelines and procedures linked to the listed responsibilities defined above. For example, contributing to station MFTs (Multi-Functional Teams), SQCDPs (Safety Quality Customer Delivery, People routines), and deciding when escalation is needed.

Person will have decision making power formally delegated to him / her from his / her manager.

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 : Permanent

Experience Level : Professional

Remote Type : On-site

Job Family : Quality Assurance

Job Posting End Date : 02.21.2025

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