Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, specializing in the design, manufacture, and delivery of commercial aircraft, military transports, helicopters, and space systems. As one of the world's largest aerospace companies, it employs over 130,000 people globally and operates as a cornerstone of European industrial collaboration and technological innovation.

Spain plays a vital role in Airbus's global operations, hosting major production and engineering centers in Getafe, Seville, and Cádiz. The company is a major employer for international talent in Spain, offering a multicultural work environment where English is the primary language for technical and management roles, alongside comprehensive relocation support for specialized engineering positions.

Airbus was established in 1970 as a European consortium to challenge the dominance of American aerospace manufacturers. It grew through the integration of major national aerospace companies from France, Germany, the UK, and Spain, including the merger with Spain's CASA in 1999.

A330 MRTT Quality of Flight Line and Delivery Center Foreman

Airbus Spain

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

Job Description:

Job Summary

Supervise Quality Operations on the A330 MRTT Flight Line and Delivery Center, ensuring compliance with Airbus Defence and Space SAU standards and the corresponding regulations.

Job Responsibilities

* Define and ensure the standards of the quality inspector team on the A330 MRTT flight line and delivery center.
* Ensure the correct application of inspection and testing procedures during all phases of aircraft production and delivery.
* Verify compliance with technical documentation, maintenance manuals, and internal and external quality standards.
* Identify, document, and manage non-conformities and deviations, proposing corrective and preventive actions.
* Collaborate closely with production, engineering, and certification teams to resolve quality issues.
* Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring preparation and follow-up of resulting actions.
* Guarantee the continuous training and development of the personnel under their charge regarding quality.
* Maintain fluid communication with customers and regulatory authorities regarding quality aspects.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of quality processes on the flight line and delivery center.

* Support A330 MRTT delivery processes as Customer Inspection Manager if necessary.

Job Qualifications

* Specific experience with the A330 MRTT or large-scale aircraft.
* Demonstrable experience of at least 5 years in a supervisory or leadership position in quality or similar functions.
* Deep knowledge of aeronautical quality standards (e.g., EASA Part-145, Part-21, EN 9100 and internal Quality procedures, among others).
* Experience in team management and demonstrated leadership skills.
* Ability to interpret technical documentation, blueprints, and specifications.
* Analytical skills for problem solving and decision making.
* Availability to work shifts and flexibility to travel if necessary.

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 Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Quality Inspection

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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 [email protected].

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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Job Description:

Resumen del Puesto

Supervisar las Operaciones de Calidad en la Línea de Vuelo y el Centro de Entregas del A330 MRTT, asegurando el cumplimiento de los estándares de Airbus Defence and Space SAU y la correspondiente regulación.

Responsabilidades del Puesto

* Definir y asegurar los estándares del equipo de inspectores de calidad en la línea de vuelo y el centro de entrega del A330 MRTT.
* Asegurar la correcta aplicación de los procedimientos de inspección y prueba durante todas las fases de la producción y entrega de la aeronave.
* Verificar el cumplimiento de la documentación técnica, los manuales de mantenimiento y los estándares de calidad internos y externos.
* Identificar, documentar y gestionar no conformidades y desviaciones, proponiendo acciones correctivas y preventivas.
* Colaborar estrechamente con los equipos de producción, ingeniería y certificación para resolver problemas de calidad.
* Participar en las auditorías internas y externas, asegurando la preparación y el seguimiento de las acciones resultantes.
* Garantizar la formación y el desarrollo continuo del personal a su cargo en materia de calidad.
* Mantener una comunicación fluida con clientes y autoridades reguladoras en relación con aspectos de calidad.
* Contribuir a la mejora continua de los procesos de calidad en la línea de vuelo y el centro de entrega.

* Soportar los procesos de entrega del A330 MRTT como Customer Inspection Manager si fuera necesario.

Cualificaciones del Puesto

* Experiencia específica en el A330 MRTT o aeronaves de gran envergadura.
* Experiencia demostrable de al menos 5 años en un puesto de supervisión o liderazgo en funciones como calidad o similares
* Conocimiento profundo de los estándares de calidad aeronáutica (ej. EASA Part-145, Part-21, EN 9100 y procedimientos internos de Calidad entre otros).
* Experiencia en gestión de equipos y habilidades de liderazgo demostradas.
* Capacidad para interpretar documentación técnica, planos y especificaciones.
* Habilidades analíticas para la resolución de problemas y toma de decisiones.
* Disponibilidad para trabajar en turnos y flexibilidad para viajar si fuera necesario.

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 Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Quality Inspection

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.