Deputy to the Head of Propulsion Industrial & Quality Business Support (H/F)

Job Overview

Airbus Commercial Aircraft seeks a Deputy to the Head of Propulsion Industrial &Quality Business Support for Primary Flight Controls. This role is part of the Propulsion Supply Chain &Quality team based in Toulouse, France.

The Deputy reports operationally and functionally to the Head of the team.

Employment Type: Permanent.

Responsibilities

• Support the team by driving global business performance and mid‑term priorities.
• Represent the team in various forums and replace the Head of the team when required.
• Capture the main actions, monitor them through to closure, and manage communication with internal stakeholders.
• Improve the performance of the team’s global operating system by defining and clarifying processes, roles, and tools.
• Organise and facilitate workshops for the team or with other functions to address specific issues.
• Participate directly in the team dynamic, run the team organisation and people review with the Ho PIPX.
• Guide and coach team members and push the team to identify and implement improvement actions.
• Provide operational support in case of resource challenges and manage subcontracted activities.
• Manage the team budget, identify needs and opportunities, and support the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
• Anticipate risks that may impact the team’s activities and priorities, suggesting necessary changes.
• Prioritise and arbitrate tasks, identify internal bottlenecks, and ensure solutions are defined.
• Contribute to team strategy, People Risk and Opportunities, succession planning, People Development plan, and customer/stakeholder satisfaction.
• Maintain a high level of well‑being and engagement for the team.

Qualifications

• Experience in the aerospace industry with a solid understanding of the propulsion environment.
• Strong understanding of Supply Chain and Quality.
• Strong project management skills.
• Leadership qualities: caring, influential, resilient, accountable, and a team spirit.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and comfort in cooperating within global, complex organisations.
• Fluency in English (negotiation level).

EEO Statement

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.