A320 Family MAP Cabin & Cargo Engineer

Airbus; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health insurance

Employee stock ownership plan

Job summary

Airbus in Mobile, AL seeks a Cabin & Cargo Engineer to develop, justify, and engineer fixes for cabin and related systems non-conformities during final assembly, testing and delivery. The role interfaces with manufacturing, Design Office, and Chief Engineering networks to ensure timely, right-first-time solutions; requires 3+ years in aerospace, MAP deliverables, and familiarity with Airbus manuals.

Applicants benefit from strong teamwork and the ability to work across international teams;

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in an engineering field and 3+ years aerospace experience.
• Experience with cross-functional teams and MAP deliverables.
• Familiarity with Airbus design principles and maintenance manuals.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and approve real-time NC solutions during assembly and testing.
• Act as engineering representative coordinating with Design Office and overseas domains.
• Provide hands-on systems engineering support from delivery to ferry flight.
• Create design remedies, update drawings, and ensure safety/compliance of data.

Skills

Systems design

MAP engineering

Cross-functional teamwork

Airbus design principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering

Tools

Airbus manuals

Job description

Overview

Airbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Cabin & Cargo Engineer role is based in Mobile, AL and focuses on the development, justification, and engineering approval of design solutions related to aircraft systems non-conformities. The role interfaces with manufacturing operations and Airbus Design Offices and Chief Engineering networks to ensure timely, right-first-time engineering fixes during final assembly, testing, and delivery.

The core scope covers Cabin & Cargo-Furnishing and related Cabin Systems across ATA chapters, ensuring factory output aligns with Airbus Design Principles and airworthiness standards.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and approve real-time technical solutions for systems non-conformities (NCs or ALBs) discovered during assembly, ground testing, and production flights while meeting site SLAs.
• Act as a formal engineering representative for the Airbus Chief Engineering and Systems Center of Competence; coordinate with overseas domains to resolve complex, non-standard system malfunctions.
• Provide hands-on systems engineering support across the manufacturing perimeter from initial section delivery to final ferry flight; deliver technical explanations to the Flight Test Department and present to internal or external customers.
• Create, validate, and authorize design corrective actions, drawing updates, temporary aircraft definitions (special instructions), and concessions; maintain accountability for safety and compliance of released data with design offices and aeronautical authorities (EASA/FAA).
• Collaborate with production teams on assembly, cabin furnishing, flight line, and delivery activities to ensure engineering coverage and problem resolution.
• Interface effectively between the A320 Family Chief Engineer/Design Office, local Manufacturing execution, and Quality Assurance.
• Present technical explanations and corrective action summaries to the Flight Test Department and support delivery negotiations with customers.
• Launch and monitor engineering improvements, drawing corrections, and Design Query Notes (DQNs) to eliminate recurring build defects; provide system backup support for related cabin topics.
• Mentor peers and provide technical guidance to new team members to maintain high standards of operational execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering (or equivalent).
• 3+ years of progressive aerospace engineering experience (Design Office, MAP, Chief Engineering, In Service Engineering).
• Experience working with transnational teams and understanding of MAP Engineering deliverables.
• Knowledge of Aircraft Systems and experience in Systems Design (Architecture and Integration).
• Familiarity with Airbus Design Principles (systems, electrical, mechanical installation) and Aircraft Configuration management rules.
• Experience with AIRBUS manuals (Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Wiring List, Illustrated Parts Catalog, etc.).
• Ability to solve engineering problems and communicate clearly; experience interfacing with Design Office, manufacturing, and quality departments.

Working Environment & Benefits

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation possibly including profit sharing, retirement savings plan, and ESOP.
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off, holidays, and generous parental leave.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, and EAP.
• Individual Development: Access to global leadership development programs and extensive e-learning opportunities; opportunities for national and international mobility.

Additional Information

Airbus supports flexible working arrangements where possible. This position requires awareness of compliance risks and a commitment to integrity. Airbus is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits harassment. Policies regarding visas apply as stated in employment communications. Employment is at will where permitted by law. This description may be revised as needed.

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