Program Industrial Manager (Contract) - AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor, and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.

Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work.

Position Summary

As a Program Industrial Manager within the Operations organization, you act as the focal point for assigned program. Your mission includes synchronizing production stakeholders, optimizing the end-to-end chain (from supply through final assembly), and incorporating S&OP processes.

You will report to the Head of Industrial Program Management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Program Industrial Managers, ensuring actions and decisions align with multi-program requirements involved in the satellite development and production.
• Act as a significant contributor to the Monthly Program Schedule (MPS) and manage the industrial schedule for multiple Program, including Final Assembly Line (FAL) demand and capability, Supply Chain forecast and capacity.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders, suppliers (through Supply Chain Mgmt. Team), FAL and Design to Manufacture (D2M) teams, and Configuration Management for any decision or action impacting FAL Production and supplier activity (on-time test validations, Non-Conformance Record (NCR) instruction and decision, priority assignment, transverse Non-Conformance Review Board (NRB), schedule optimization.
• Oversee the integration of Sales & Operating Planning (S&OP), ensuring a reporting and balance between sales forecasts, product configuration type, production capabilities, and inventory management. Identify and drive Key Contributors.
• Address conflicts, assign priorities, and involve Senior Management Team (SMT) when satellite delivery or launch schedule and/or program cost is impacted.
• Ensure the Configuration Management is in place of each delivered module and/or satellite.
• Validate change implementation plans in the Configuration Control Board (CCB), defines ranking and wave strategy.
• During development phase, participate in supplier selection and lead technical trade-offs during new satellite design phases which would impact production rate and throughput.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Master's degree / engineering degree in STEM (science, technical, engineering, math)

Certification(s):

• Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) is a plus.

Experience:

• Experience in manufacturing, especially in aerospace industry, with satellite experience being highly desirable.
• Minimum 5 years of relative experience

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

• Familiarity with space mission architecture.
• Excellent communication skills, a flexible attitude and strong initiative.
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken).
• French (or Spanish) language skills are a plus.

Technical Systems Proficiency:

• SAP experience preferred.
• Satellite integration experience, highly desirable.

Travel Required:

• Up to 5% travel required.

Eligibility:

• U.S. Citizenship required.

Clearance:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• Active DoD security clearance at Top Secret/ SCI desirable.

Physical Requirements:

• Carrying: able to carry documents and/or electronic equipment up to 20lbs/9kg.
• Lifting: able to lift documents and/or electronic equipment up to 20lbs/9kg.
• Pushing/Pulling: able to push/pull items in office areas.
• Sitting: able to sit for extended periods of time at 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 independently and at short notice.
• Walking: able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.

Equal Opportunity:

Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment 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 employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. 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.

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. 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.

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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 HR@airbusus.com.