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Sr. Engineering Program Mgr-Cabin Modifications(Contract)


Company : Airbus Aircraft


Location : Mobile, AL


Created : 2026-04-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at . Notice: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (English) Aviso: Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminacio´n (Spanish) Job Description As a Senior Cabin Modifications & Engineering Program Manager, you will lead and drive the delivery of customer offers/proposals pertaining to aircraft cabin upgrades, interior modification programs and customer"‘centric solutions across Airbus commercial programs/products. You will work cross"‘functionally with engineering, certification, production, airline customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders to define project scope, engineering statement of work, project schedule and project costs (engineering and parts). Offers/proposals are to be delivered within full compliance with regulatory and safety requirements. Primary Responsibilities Opportunity/Project Evaluation: 30% Assess customer requirements and specifications related to the desired "To Be" aircraft configuration. Collaborate with multi"‘disciplinary teams to conduct an initial technical feasibility study (including risk assessment) of the desired modification. Work with engineering and kitting teams to develop a rough order of magnitude cost estimate for a potential project. Offer/Proposal Development: 50% Collaborate with multi"‘disciplinary teams to expand the evaluation into a detailed offer specifying the scope of work, firm cost estimate and accurate schedule. Coordinate with sales and marketing to ensure proposals align with customer needs and are competitively priced. Support negotiations with customers and suppliers to secure favorable agreements and contract terms. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement: 15% Ensure that customer expectations are understood and integrated into engineering plans with a strong focus on safety, performance and compliance. Foster strong relationships with customers, understanding their needs and providing excellent customer service throughout the offer life"‘cycle. Other duties as assigned: 5% Identify and support local improvement initiatives to increase team efficiency through process, methods and tools improvements. Required Education Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering (Aero, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) Preferred Education Master's degree in Engineering and/or PMP or equivalent project management certification. Required Experience 9+ years of engineering experience in aircraft interiors, cabin modifications, systems integration or similar aviation roles. Proven background in technical project or program management, ideally including STC, modifications or cabin reconfiguration projects. Ability to interpret and develop engineering drawings, BOMs, technical reports and certification documentation. Demonstrated success working with airline customers, MROs, OEM partners and cross"‘disciplinary teams. Preferred Experience In"‘depth knowledge of aircraft cabin systems, regulatory frameworks (FAA/EASA) and certification pathways. Experience with cabin layout re"‘designs, seat"‘module integration, monument placement, IFE/PSU integration or advanced interior systems. Familiarity with digital design tools and product lifecycle management (PLM) software. Travel Required 5% domestic and international. Citizenship / Authorized to Work in the US Qualified to work in the US. Required Skills Technical leadership with strong analytical and problem"‘solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication, with ability to present complex technical concepts to varied audiences. Customer"‘facing experience with strong relationship"‘building skills. Strong organizational capabilities, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast"‘paced environment. Team player with the drive to influence cross"‘functional decision"‘making. Preferred Skills Working knowledge of Airbus Aircraft Cabin. Required Communication Skills Must communicate effectively in English (verbal and written). Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interface with all levels of personnel and disciplines. Demonstrates a high level of listening and oral skills by leading discussions on issues, solutions, ideas and status of work. Preferred Communication Skills Conversational French and/or German. Required Technical Systems Proficiency Strong computer background, including MS Excel and Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail). Physical Requirements Onsite 60%, Remote 40% Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with documents, reports and engineering drawings. Daily. Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms. Daily. Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. Daily. Equipment operation: able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts. Daily. Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30 lbs/14 kgs. Daily. Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30 lbs/14 kgs. Daily. Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. Daily. Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on a computer. Daily. Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. Daily. Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor. Daily. Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. Rarely. Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. Daily. Equal Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr