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Job Description:
Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a Logistics Project Engineer to join our Logistics Operational Excellence team based in Mobile, AL.
You will be part of a team developing and industrializing optimized logistics methods, processes, and warehouse solutions for the Final Assembly Line(s) in Mobile. As part of the Logistics Operational Excellence team, you will be involved in providing technical leadership, driving continuous process improvement, and liaising directly with the local Logistics Service Provider (LSP) aiming at optimizing industrial processes and minimizing supply chain disruptions while meeting strict safety, cost, quality, and lead-time criteria.
Meet the Team:
The Logistics Operational Excellence team ensures world-class material availability and seamless distribution across our Mobile manufacturing operations. Reporting to the Head of Logistics Operational Excellence, our team partners daily with Operations, Inventory Control, Warehouse Operations, and third-party Logistics Service Providers to achieve peak efficiency, accuracy, and on-time delivery to the Final Assembly Line(s). (Note: Replace with your specific Logistics team blurb if you prefer not to use the Procurement sample provided).
Your Working Environment:
On ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.
How We Care for You:
- Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”).
- Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
- Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
- Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.
Your Challenges:
- Warehousing & Distribution (35%):
- Review contractual commitments, customer specifications, and related documentation to determine logistics support requirements.
- Analyze current storage strategies and methodologies, designing and applying industry standards.
- Provide logistical facility and capacity planning analyses for distribution and transportation functions.
- Develop and deploy inventory strategies for hospital stock supporting assembly line and plant materials.
- Coordinate with departmental focal points to ensure full stakeholder engagement across internal teams and external partners.
- Methods & Process Development & Deployment (35%):
- Lead the development and deployment of inventory tracking technology, warehousing software, and information systems to maximize warehouse and distribution center efficiency.
- Analyze and interpret logistics data across customer service, forecasting, manufacturing, inventory, transportation, and warehousing.
- Conduct logistics studies and analyses, including time studies, zero-base, rate, network, flow-path, and supply chain analyses.
- Develop and document reverse logistics management processes and validate documentation on logistics and management information systems.
- Liaise with the Logistics Service Provider (LSP) and Airbus Operating System change agents to mature business processes and drive KPIs (material availability, surface utilization, fill rate, on-time delivery, and process accuracy).
- Project & Operational Support (20%):
- Support Supply and Transport functions through data, systems, and process analyses.
- Coordinate workshops and Kaizen events as needed.
- Support physical flow development, including physical material movements, flow designs, and consolidation/kitting activities.
- Additional Responsibilities (10%):
- Perform other duties as assigned and contribute to cross-functional operational decisions within project scope.
Your Boarding Pass:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (or equivalent level of experience).
- Experience: 5+ years of combined experience in Logistics/Supply Chain and Industrial/Process Engineering in similar roles.
- Technical Systems: 2+ years of hands-on experience with SAP or another MRP system.
- Core Skills & Knowledge: Proven background in engineering and technology, mathematics, process design, production/processing, customer service, and standard practices in supply chain, logistics, and warehousing.
- Collaboration & Communication: Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, intercultural experience, and experience working directly with third-party providers.
- Languages: Fluent in English (spoken and written); proficiency in French, Spanish, or German is preferred.
- Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
- Travel & Eligibility: Willingness to travel up to 10% (domestic and international) for project-related activities. Must be authorized to work in the US (no security clearance required).
Physical Requirements:
- Mobility & Posture: Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods across office and production areas (including uneven surfaces), as well as regularly squat or kneel to access items and tools stored on low shelving.
- Lifting & Handling: Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 40 lbs (18 kg) and push or pull equipment, tools, production carts, and office chairs.
- Sensory & Communication: Ability to see fine work tools and computer screens, hear and respond to warnings, signals, and alarms, and participate in normal business conversations.
- Equipment & Access: Ability to operate standard office equipment (PC, telephone, copier, fax) and use an electronic identification badge to enter building floors and internal doors.
- Travel: Ability to navigate the local work complex and travel domestically or internationally as needed.
Airbus Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Airbus Group is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
As a leader in our field, Airbus Group provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. As a matter of policy, Airbus Group does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus Group does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus Group is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.
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:
Permanent
Experience Level:
Professional
Remote Type:
On-site
Job Family:
Logistics <JF-SM-LO>
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