UAS Production Supervisor

Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance with your application, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Job Summary We are seeking a high‑energy, results‑driven UAS Production Supervisor to lead a team of up to 35 technicians across composite, mechanical, electrical, and propulsion assembly operations on the Airbus Helicopters Flexrotor Program. Reporting directly to the Head of Manufacturing, you will drive daily operational success while balancing a culture of uncompromising safety and quality (AS9100/OSHA) with the strategic workflow coordination needed to hit critical delivery milestones. Responsibilities Production Management & Shop Supervision (55%) • Supervise technicians and production employees across composite, mechanical, electrical, propulsion, and final assembly operations. • Ensure proper tools, materials, data, documentation, and work instructions are available. • Enforce compliance with AS9100, OSHA, 5S, and regulatory requirements. • Monitor production hours and adhere to time- and cost‑policy. • Delegate work to Leads and technicians as required. • Coordinate tasks, workflow, and staffing to meet schedule goals and milestones. • Provide aircraft status updates as needed. • Perform supervisory and management functions as directed. Training, Coaching & Employee Development (15%) • Train and mentor technicians in proper procedures. • Maintain skill matrices and training plans. • Conduct ongoing performance management tasks. • Monitor employee performance and implement improvement plans or corrective actions. Process Improvement, Problem Solving & Quality Management (15%) • Identify and implement improvements using Lean methods. • Perform time studies and work assessments to improve production efficiency. • Resolve production, quality, and related issues using problem‑solving methods. • Support audits and corrective actions. • Participate actively in quality‑related activities (quality gates, MRB, RCCA). Work Preparation, Documentation & Configuration Control (15%) • Interpret engineering data and work orders. • Work in an ERP environment for parts requirements and timecards. • Maintain configuration status, quality conformance, and documentation. • Update ERP records and task lists. • Utilize Standard Work. Required Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. Minimum five (5) years of aviation or production experience. Minimum three (3) years of leadership experience. ERP/MRP knowledge. Microsoft Office / Google Workspace skills. Travel required: up to 10% domestic and international. Must be a US person under ITAR definition. Physical requirements: Vision, hearing, speaking, carrying, lifting, pushing/pulling, sitting, standing, and use of personal protective equipment as specified. Annual salary range: $89K - $142K (may vary). Preferred Education/Certifications Associate, Bachelor, or similar degree in Aerospace Management, Industrial Engineering, or related major. Ten (10) or more years of aviation experience. Five (5) or more years of leadership experience. Airframe and Power Plant License. Lean Six Sigma Certification or equivalent. Detailed Aerospace and/or Military Standard Knowledge. Benefits Competitive base salary with incentive compensation (profit sharing possible). Retirement savings plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Paid time off, personal time, holidays, and generous parental leave program. Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, disability, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) coverage. EEO Statement Airbus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, and benefits, are nondiscriminatory. Airbus prohibits workplace harassment and does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr