Aerospace Industrial Operations Lead - Lean & Quality

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

ESOP

Paid time off

Job summary

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston is seeking an Industrial Manager to lead the Operations and Multi-Functional team in Kinston, NC. You will oversee manufacturing and assembly in a composite environment, drive performance, and ensure alignment with quality standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, continuous improvement, and the Airbus Operating System, with travel up to 15% and collaboration with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in a related engineering field.
• 8+ years of industrial engineering experience.
• Fluent English; additional languages desirable.
• SAP and Google Workspace proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead an integrated multi-functional team to deliver priorities.
• Improve routines and standards per Airbus OS with data analysis.
• Identify root causes of non-quality and reduce defects.
• Monitor industrial flow to align with objectives and quality.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure on-time, on-quality delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Master’s degree in aerospace/ mechanical/ industrial engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Google Workspace

Job description

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston is seeking an Industrial Manager to lead the Operations and Multi-Functional team in Kinston, NC. You will oversee manufacturing and assembly in a composite environment, drive performance, and ensure alignment with quality standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, continuous improvement, and the Airbus Operating System, with travel up to 15% and collaboration with senior stakeholders.