Airbus - Senior MAP Flightline Engineer

Company: Airbus Americas, Inc.
Location: Mobile
Posted on: February 23, 2026

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 USCareers@airbus.com * Notice: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal * Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (English) * Aviso: Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminacio´n (Spanish) Job Description: Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a *Senior MAP Flightline Engineer* to join our Engineering department based in Mobile, AL. In this position you will have a unique opportunity to be as close as possible to the physical Aircraft and deeply involved through the complete Aircraft design, build, test process and Aircraft operations. The MAP III Flightline position is responsible to develop solutions related to aircraft non-conformities which require engineering expertise and delegation to be resolved during aircraft flight line and delivery activities. *Meet the team:* Our Engineers at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility take our aircraft from concept to customer delivery - working with production teams on every aspect of assembly from managing technical information, quality control, maintenance tasks and health & safety - along flowlines and flightlines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life. *Your working environment:* Nearby 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. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible, we support flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. *Your challenges:* * Accountable for design engineering activities in the aircraft systems (Aircraft Control & Monitoring, Avionics, power & Mechanical systems, Powerplant). * Creation and authorization of technical solutions including justification reports for repairs, reworks or design updates. Standard repairs are approved autonomously, major repairs if required with the support of the transnational Airbus Engineering departments (design, stress, fatigue, aerodynamics, material etc.) * Define technical solutions during NC treatment for metallic and composite structures comprising the complete primary / secondary aircraft structure (all Airframe ATA chapters linked to structure design). * Accountability for the given approved repair, rework, and troubleshooting instruction as well as for design update solutions in front of the corresponding design/stress office and authorities (TC/FAA). * Represent and act in the name of the Chief Engineering and the design offices of AIRBUS (by delegation) as well as design to build suppliers. * Act as an interface between the A220 Family Chief Engineer/ Design office and the Manufacturing/ Quality assurance (Operations). * Provide engineering support to the FAL US during the complete manufacturing process from the delivery of the sections, FAL and flightline activities, up to the aircraft ferry flight in all structure related items including engineering presentations in front of the customers (internal and external). * Create, approve, and authorize temporary aircraft definitions (special instructions) in line with design and airworthiness requirements for testing purposes. * Create, approve and monitor design corrective actions / improvements and preventive measures (launch of new modifications, drawing updates, design query notes) driving product improvements or non-conformity eradication. * Present technical explanations/corrective actions to the flight test department and to the customer if required (internal and external customers). * Perform other duties as assigned and adapted to the FAL requirements. * Assigns, coordinates and reviews the technical work of the mentee Non-conformities (NC's) are written by the production/quality departments or Flight Test Engineers, if they detect any deviations/damages during the assembly process, inspection or production flights. Concessions cover significant non-conformities requiring dedicated justification and corresponding engineering technical delegation Your boarding pass: * B.S. or M.S. degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical or aircraft construction engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience. * 9 years relevant experience in an Engineering, M.E or engineering coordination role. * Structure design (composite/carbon fiber and metallic) * Experience in design office (design or stress) of aircraft structures (Airframe) * Knowledge in fatigue and damage tolerance justification * Knowledge of stress calculations / justifications * Knowledge of aeronautical used materials and corresponding corrosion protection * Knowledge of repair design and stress principles * Knowledge of Aircraft configuration management rules * Knowledge of AIRBUS internal procedures, processes and tools * Experience with AIRBUS manuals (Structure Repair Manual, Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Illustrated Parts Catalog etc.) * Demonstrated success in identifying and solving problems * Willing to travel up to 15% of the time overseas and domestically within the Airbus international network, supplier and customer sites * Eligible for employment in the U.S. *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. Take your career to a new level and apply online now! 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:* US - Direct Hire *Experience Level:* Professional *Remote Type:* On-site *Job Family:* Qualification & Operability Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment 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 employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. 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. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus 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. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. 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 emsom@airbus.com .

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