Flight Operations Engineer (m/f)

Job description

AIRBUS SAS

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2018 it generated revenues of € 64 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world's leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.

Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.

Job Description

Description of the job :
An exciting opportunity for a Flight Operations Engineer (m/f) has arisen within Airbus Commercial Aircraft in Blagnac. You will join the STL Department.

The Airbus Flight operation Engineer provides Airline Flight Operations with all the necessary data for the pilots and airline flight operation engineers to operate safely and efficiently the Airbus aircrafts. He (She) ensures flight crew operational documentation updates and is in direct contact with customers to support them. In this position the applicant will join one of the A320/ A330 Flight Ops Standards' groups (STLL) in the Airbus 'Flight Operation Support and Training Standards' department.

This is an exciting and dynamic job opportunity to internally work together with pilots, simulator instructors, and flight operation engineers and in close coordination with several other Airbus departments such as Flight Tests, Flight Crew Training, Design Office, Safety, Aircraft Design and Support Programs, Human factor specialists, Engineering Support, NavBlue, etc and on both A350 and A380 Airbus state of the art aircraft programs.

The successful applicant will join the Flight Operations & Training Support (STL) department and will contribute to defining the relevant Flight Operations and Training standards and documentation.

STL is a department of approximately 200 people, including pilots, simulator instructors, and flight operations engineers working together to provide comprehensive operational support to our Operators.

Airline counterparts are chief pilots, technical pilots, flight ops engineers and instructors. This department also provides operational expertise and support to Airworthiness Authorities.

Task & accountabilities :
Your main tasks and responsibilities will include:

# Conducting Technical studies on a set of ATA systems (with regular system turnover):

# Creating or modifying the Operational documentation for the use of pilots (FCOM, AFM, FCTM, MMEL/CDL, QRH) either for continuous improvement or new system embodiment,

# Defining normal or abnormal procedures for the flight crew in coordination with other stakeholders,

# Preparing supporting dossier to Airworthiness Authorities (EASA, FAA) under the supervision of a CVE/DAE to justify certified manual change (MMEL/AFM),

# Studying MMEL dispatch conditions or deviations to permit the maximum flexibility for operators,

# Assessing safety events and technical issues to propose flight crew recommendations and alternative procedures,

# Using the configuration criterion of Airbus aircraft to deliver appropriate content to operators.

# Supporting Operators:

# Answering operator queries on technical subjects about flight operations.,

# Planning and presenting technical subjects in internet audio conferences,

# Performing presentations on Flight Operation subjects in seminars.,

# Visiting airlines and performing observation flights to improve airline operations.,

# Taking part of on-call standby, out of working hours, to support the Ops Center/Airtac in order to deliver operational assistance and approved deviations to the MMEL,

# Providing NavBlue with operational expertise to develop flight operation services,

# Participating in the development of new tools for flight operations continuous improvement.

This role will involve some travel for business worldwide and as such you must be able to travel accordingly.

Required skills :
You will have the following skills and experience:

-Educated to a 5-year degree level in aeronautics or equivalent,

-Versatile person with proven ability to work in changing environments under time pressure,

-Sound knowledge and understanding of aircraft systems, or ability to quickly learn and understand aircraft systems,

-Capacity to organize and prioritize tasks in a team spirit working environment,

-Communication skills (written, verbal) and customer-focused personality,

-The Knowledge of airline operations, or practical aviation experience, or flight operation experience is advantageous,

-A good knowledge of MMEL study/justification or process is advantageous,

-Language Skills: English Negotiation Level.

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.

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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.