Head Of Methods Engineering - VSM (A220)

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Job Description:

Airbus U.S. Manufacturing is seeking a Head of Methods Engineering (VSM) to join our A220 team based in Mobile, AL.

Head of Methods Engineering & Value Stream Management (VSM) will lead our Technical Shop Floor Support (TSFS) department for the A220 Final Assembly Line (FAL). In this pivotal leadership role, you will direct a high-performing engineering team embedded within Autonomous Production Teams (APTs), ensuring flawless production execution, rigorous quality alignment, and Value Stream Management (VSM) optimization across the shop floor. As a key member of our leadership team, you will serve as the primary subject matter expert on-site and act as the designated backup to the Director of Manufacturing Engineering.

Meet the Team:

Our Engineers at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility take our aircraft from concept to customer delivery – working with production teams on every aspect of assembly from managing technical information, quality control, maintenance tasks and health & safety – along flowlines and flightlines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life. The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facilities help assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along with 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:

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.

Your Challenges:

Key Responsibilities:

Task and Team Management

• Strategic People Leadership: In line with the Airbus leadership model, directly manage, engage, and motivate a team of 10 to 30 manufacturing engineers. Utilize established HR processes and development tools to build a trustful, inclusive, and high-performing shop floor support team.

• Operational Deliverables & Milestone Execution: Direct day-to-day Technical Shop Floor Support (TSFS) operations to ensure all engineering deliverables meet time, cost, and quality standards. Ensure specific FAL work orders and