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.

Your Mission

• You will support the troubleshooting and repairs activities on the Final Assembly Line (FAL)
• You will liaise with Design to Manufacturing team (D2M) to get expertise and dispositions on anomalies
• You will support the installation and validation of the EGSE on the production stations.
• You will monitor the quantity of spare EGSE and ensure its readiness for production,
• You will participate in the repairs management (including discussions and shipment to vendors).
• You will provide leadership and technical expertise to the electrical technicians
• You will provide first-level troubleshooting on test bench and test scripts anomalies
• You will support the creation of processes with D2M to improve the performance and quality of the assembly lines
• You will support Production Quality Engineering and D2M on work instruction reviews, as well as Process Failure Mode Engineering Analysis (PFMEA)

• You will identify process and design pain points and propose corrective actions and solutions.
• You will be responsible for implementing any change on the FAL, coming from flight / ground design or processes changes.

• You will participate in the Maintenance/Calibrations activities of the means under your responsibility.

This position reports to the US FAL Mission Support Manager and is based in Merritt Island, Florida, USA. Full on-site presence required. Weekend work may be required with appropriate compensation.

Your Day-to-Day

• Support production engineers and technicians on all topics concerning the electrical equipment and systems.
• Support the setup, configuration, and commissioning of the production stations.

• Support EGSE maintenance and repair for the FAL.

• Support EGSE calibration related activities.
• Follow-up with suppliers to investigate on anomalies and track repairs
• Liaise with D2M to prepare the implementation of their requests on the FAL

Your Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Electrical, Industrial Automation) or related discipline
• 5 years of proven experience in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on automated test systems and spacecraft/satellites manufacturing as a plus
• Hands-on experience with EGSE
• Hands-on experience with electrical measurement devices
• Knowledge about SCADA is a plus
• Experience working in a clean room environment, understanding of precision cleaning and of the handling/maintaining of clean hardware/systems.
• Must be able to review and understand both written and electronic procedures and technical documents in English. Verbal French or Spanish a plus
• Strong commitment at work

Physical Demand

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear. Based on the position an employee is occasionally required to stand for an extended period of time; walk; reach above shoulders; and stoop, kneel, bend, twist or crouch.
• The employee must occasionally be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities require by this job include close vision.
• Personal Protective Equipment many be required including safety shoes and glasses. Other protective equipment may also be necessary based on the specific task
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The work environment can be busy, noisy, and conditions may vary. Also, contains some mechanical and chemical hazards.

Equal Employment 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.

By submitting your resume 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 HR@airbusus.com.