Cabin Engineer (Contract)

Airbus Aircraft; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Airbus Americas, Inc. in Mobile, Alabama is seeking a Part-time Cabin Engineer to develop solutions for a range of engineering problems and to modernize processes through digitalization and automation.

The role involves coordinating 2D/3D design with internal customers and the manufacturer, while working on aircraft cabin projects across the globe. Applicants should have a BS in engineering and at least 1 year in aviation, with strong communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or related field.
• 1 year of experience within the aviation industry.
• Ability to write reports, specifications, work statements, requirements and other technical documents.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to understand and mentor principles within assigned discipline.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical aircraft topics.
• Ability to inter-relate with and motivate diverse teams.
• Authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Revise models and designs based on manufacturing and/or design requirements.
• Monitor and manage HoV customization milestones according to the FCO process.
• Interface as needed with stress engineers, DMU, drafters, designers, suppliers and technical management personnel to assure manufacturability of designs.
• Resolve technical problems by all possible means, including applying data‑driven methodologies and developing scripted solutions for recurrent issues.
• Provide input to the design engineering elements of the integrated project plan to ensure it is technically robust.
• Provide technical input to engineering project teams, including insights gained from data analysis and process automation initiatives.
• Prepare engineering models and documents that meet compliance with engineering principles, regulatory requirements, company standards and customer contract requirements and apply those requirements.

Skills

Aviation experience

Technical writing

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Data-driven mindset

Education

BS degree in engineering

Job description

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Job Description

The Part‑time Cabin Engineer will develop solutions to a variety of simple to complex engineering problems requiring judgment and ingenuity. This role is a key driver for modernizing our processes by applying digitalization and automation techniques to improve efficiency, quality, and data‑driven decision‑making. The cabin engineer works with internal customers and the manufacturer for the coordination of the 2D/3D Design.

Meet the team

Our Engineers have the privilege of working on complex, highly engineered machines and are involved at all stages of the aircraft life cycle, from product development to manufacturing and direct support to our airline customers. If you’re interested in designing, creating, and testing the present and future of Airbus products across the globe, join our mission to connect the world.

Your working environment

The Engineering Center in Mobile, Alabama houses hundreds of Airbus engineers who assist in the design and development of Airbus commercial aircraft cabins, including aftermarket upgrades, reconfigurations and services of all product types across the globe.

Your challenges

• Revise models and designs based on manufacturing and/or design requirements
• Monitor and manage HoV customization milestones according to the FCO process.
• Interface as needed with stress engineers, DMU, drafters, designers, suppliers and technical management personnel to assure manufacturability of designs.
• Resolve technical problems by all possible means, including applying data‑driven methodologies and developing scripted solutions for recurrent issues.
• Provide input to the design engineering elements of the integrated project plan to ensure it is technically robust.
• Provide technical input to engineering project teams, including insights gained from data analysis and process automation initiatives.
• Prepare engineering models and documents that meet compliance with engineering principles, regulatory requirements, company standards and customer contract requirements and apply those requirements.

Your boarding pass

• BS degree in engineering or related field
• 1 year of experience within the aviation industry
• Must have the ability to write reports, specifications, work statements, requirements and other technical documents.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to understand and mentor principles within assigned discipline.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical aircraft topics.
• Ability to inter‑relate with and motivate diverse teams.
• Authorized to work in the US.

Physical Requirements

• Onsite or remote: Onsite 100%
• Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.
• Hearing: able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms.
• Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.
• Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.
• Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer.
• Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
• Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor.
• Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice.
• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
• Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site

This position is a temporary (contract) position with no specific time period but could be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a 3rd party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus.

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

Agency / Temporary

Experience Level

Entry Level

Remote Type

On-site

Job Family

Stdized Platform, Module & Version Eng.

Job Posting End Date: 08.17.2026

Airbus provides equal opportunities to all individuals seeking assignment with Airbus 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 every location in which the company has facilities. 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. This assignment description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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 [e-mail].