Airbus
Aeronautical
GroundTestEngineer
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“Ground Test Engineer at Airbus. Skills: Ground Test, Aircraft Systems, Customer Acceptance Flights. Execute ground production tests. Execute acceptance tests”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver timely and high-quality solutions to customers; Meet all cost, timeline, and quality benchmarks for retrofit solutions and maintenance services; Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction; Ensure on-time delivery
Industry & Context.
Define necessary recovery actions; Identify and mitigate risks
Must hold an EASA, TCCA, or FAA Class 2 Medical and be able to perform duties as aircrew on a daily basis., 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
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science., Minimum 8 years’ experience in aeronautical company technical department and various ATA chapter, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or Type Certificate (TC) or European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Medical Class 2, Experience on Airbus A320 or A22, Familiarity with A220 and A320 systems, including avionics, cabin systems, and powerplants, Must hold an EASA, TCCA, or FAA Class 2 Medical and be able to perform duties as aircrew on a daily basis, Strong computer background, including MS Excel and Google Suite application experience (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail), Excellent communication and negotiation skills., Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment., Ability to understand and mentor principles within assigned discipline., Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical aircraft topics., Excellent communication, coordination, and organization skills., Ability to inter-relate with and motivate diverse teams., Authorized to work in the US.
What You'll Do.
Execute ground production tests
Execute acceptance tests
Prepare for RTO procedures
Support pilot during RTO
Perform in-flight cabin checks
Serve as Cabin Safety Crew
Conduct Taxi operations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Provide technical expertise to cross-functional teams; Collaborate with quality department
Communication Scope
Excellent communication and negotiation skills; Excellent communication, coordination, and organization skills
Process & Methodology
Manage customer accounts, Oversee end-to-end lifecycle of customer queries, Dispatch requests to departments, Initiate technical approval forms, Escalate risks or blocked queries
Full 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 [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) * [Notice: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal](https://kairosservicesinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights.pdf) * [Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination](https://kairosservicesinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/PayTransparencyPoster.pdf) (English) * [Aviso: Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminación](https://kairosservicesinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/federal-contractor-pay-transparency-spanish.pdf) (Spanish) ****Job Description:**** **Airbus is seeking an experienced**Ground Test Engineer** to join the Production Flight Test team in Mobile, Alabama. This critical role is centered on being a key player in the organization, dedicated to delivering timely and high-quality solutions to customers (airlines). This person will execute ground production and acceptance tests. This role includes preparing for and supporting the pilot during Rejected Takeoff (RTO) procedures and performing in-flight cabin functional checks. The GTE also serves as Cabin Safety Crew during Customer Acceptance Flights, special missions, and demonstration flights. Additional responsibilities include conducting Static Tests, APU Runs, Engine Runs, and Taxi operations on A320 and A220 aircraft. ** ****Meet the team:**** **Our Engineers have the privilege of working on complex, highly engineered machines and are involved at all stages of the aircraft life cycle, from product development to manufacturing and direct support to our airline customers. If you’re interested in designing, creating, and testing the present and future of Airbus products across the globe, join our mission to connect the world.** ****Your working environment:**** **The Engineering Center in Mobile, Alabam
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