Manufacturing Assembly Line Architect (m/f/x)

Manufacturing Assembly Line Architect (f/m)

Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a Manufacturing Assembly Line Architect (f/m) to join the Manufacturing Engineering & Env. Tests Constellations department based in Toulouse, France. The role is part of the Constellations Satellites project and focuses on designing and optimizing high-volume, high-performance satellite production lines to deliver cutting‑edge space solutions for both commercial and government customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and design of Final Assembly Line (FAL) processes and all related Manufacturing Ground Support Equipment (MGSE).
• Ensure mechanical designs are optimized for serial production and define manufacturing processes to support high‑volume satellite assembly.
• Specify and manage validation procedures for integrated assembly stations, including mechanical integration, smart tool integration, and automation sequences.
• Develop mechanical routing for standard and non‑standard assembly flows (repairs, late deliveries) and implement corrective actions for any non‑conformities.
• Act as a technical expert by providing manufacturing test aids and training assembly line operators on new processes and equipment usage.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency and extensive background in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in satellite manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Mechanical Design (Assembly, Integration, and Test – AIT).
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, SolidWorks Composer).
• Strong knowledge of Assembly/Manufacturing processes and MGSE design and validation.
• Experience with Configuration Management tools (e.g., SAP).
• Experience or knowledge in smart tool programming (e.g., Desoutter) or geolocation systems (e.g., Sarissa) is a significant plus.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and root‑cause analysis skills.
• Proven ability in project management and transversal coordination.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and convince diverse stakeholders.
• High level of rigor, organization, and synthesis capability.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and highly skilled engineering environment.

Benefits

Salary attractive, participation and profit‑sharing agreements, employer‑matched savings plan, optional employee share program, additional paid leave, health and welfare coverage, and opportunities for professional development and training.

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