Job Description :

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for a EHS Specialist II to join our Environmental Health and Safety Department based in Mobile, AL

The EHS Specialist III - Flight Line Operations Safety Focal will improve ground and aviation safety through the prevention of accidents and incidents.

Focus is to encourage and support voluntary reporting of safety issues, maintain the speak-up culture, and align the Flight Line with the site Occupational Health and Safety Management System.

This role will drive proactive occupational hazard recognition and risk mitigation activities for the Airbus MMS Flight Line and Delivery.

Role success will be determined by collaboration with key partners in the business unit to include, but not limited to, Flight Safety, Quality, Operations, Customer Liaison, and suppliers.

Meet the team :

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.

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 programs 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 :

Operational EHS (60%)

Develop a robust and balanced Flight Line Operations Safety Program that meets the requirements of the business, maintains 29 CFR 1910 compliance, and ensures continued safety performance improvement during production ramp and beyond.

Strengthen safety culture by using ongoing initiatives, such as Safety Ambassadors, institute innovative programs sought at reducing injury to people and products.

Shift safety demeanor from manufacturing to line operations by improving worker participation for all aspects of EHS, including functional links to the Quality and Flight Safety organizations.

Drive utilization of incident management platforms, corrective action resolution, and root cause elimination.

Develop and maintain an EHS risk and opportunities matrix for area of responsibility.

Drive incident investigations per policy and facilitate leadership engagement within the process, leading the core investigation team for Flight Line.

Audit EHS conformity within the area of responsibility on a routine frequency, ensure adequate and timely follow-up to resolution.

Support spill control, SPCC, and crisis management / emergency planning.

Assists in maintaining, updating, and coordinating site wide EHS training programs applicable to Flight Line.

Supports all aspects of EHS management system integration.

Represents EHS for Quality management system activities.

Project Management & Data analysis (30%)

Strengthen use of database collection systems for EHS in area of responsibility. Functional knowledge and awareness of other key data pathways owned by various functions to ensure adequate response and / or action.

Gather, input, and extract data to conduct analysis, establish corrective actions, and provide oversight of organizational change.

Develop reports and presentations on a routine frequency to ensure Flight Line leadership is updated on EHS trends, projects, and initiatives.

Lead and / or participate cross functionally as a representative of Flight Line for all EHS improvement projects that will alter the operation

Additional Responsibilities (10%) :

Manage environmental compliance requirements per Airbus policy and procedures within area of responsibility

Manage the Airbus Operating System Safety function for Flight Line

Support the Quality Organization with management of the FOD prevention program

Your boarding pass : Education :

Education :

• Bachelor of Science in safety or aviation related field or;
• Graduate of the U.S. Army Aviation Safety Officer program or;
• Naval and Marine Safety Officer Course or;
• The U.S. Air Force Safety Officer / skill level 5 course or;
• Graduate of the U.S. Army Ground Safety Officer course or;
• Naval Aviation Safety Specialist Course or;

Other relevant coursework

Experience :

5 years experience working in a Flight Line or Flight Operations environment as a safety professional

One (1) year experience supporting an aviation safety program

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities :

Must be knowledgeable of OSHA, EPA, FAA / EASA, NTSB and other applicable federal, state and local regulations

Experience in the technical field of aviation safety and accident prevention and experience in use of FAA, NTSB, or ICAO documentation is required

Experience with accident investigation techniques and procedures. FAA accident investigation credentials preferred

Experience with environmental, health, and safety data software or database

Position requires knowledge of federal, state and local environmental, health, and safety laws.

Experience performing hazardous waste inspections and understanding processes which can produce hazardous wastes and hazardous air pollutants.

Experience with Lean Manufacturing concepts

Preferred

Certifications : CSP, SMS, or comparable certification

Google Workspace applications (Sheets, Slides)or Microsoft applications (word, Power point, Excel)

Proven collaborator management ability

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

Demonstrated communication skills, both written and oral with technical and non-technical staff, at all levels of management

Strong communication skills both written and verbal

Travel Required :

10% Domestic and International

Organizational information :

Position will report directly to Safety and Health Manager and functionally to Head of Flight Line and Delivery.

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

Permanent

Experience Level : Professional

Professional

Remote Type : On-site

On-site

Job Family :

Health Safety & Environment

Job Posting End Date : 05.06.2024

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.

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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.

Last updated : 2024-04-23