Head of Sustaining Engineering

In Buxtehude we work on the next generation of cabin systems to create unique passenger flight experiences. With around 400 employees, Airbus in Buxtehude supplies the entire Airbus fleet with the electronic cabin communication equipment and passenger systems that are always on the cutting edge of the industry. And we need you to extend this innovative and agile path

The Hardware Engineering at Airbus Cabin Electronics in Buxtehude is looking for its new **Head of Sustaining Engineering (d/f/m) **. This job offers the unique opportunity to be a coach and a partner fostering empowerment in an engaged team, focusing on engineering activities for production and customer services.

**The main missions of Sustaining Engineering are**
- Giving Engineering Support to Operations and Customer Services in the context of serial production, in-service activities and for test equipment
- Continuous development and improvement of all electronic products
- Component and obsolescence management
- Implementation of redesigns including qualification and documentation

**Minimum qualifications**
- Masters/Engineering Diploma in electrical engineering, telecommunications or a similar education with
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in electronic design
- Knowledge of current electronic technologies, architectures, standards and market trends
- Good understanding of certification and airworthiness requirements
- Good knowledge of electronic A/C systems
- Strong team spirit and leadership skills
- Good communication skills
- Fluent in English and German

**Responsibilities**

As Head of Sustaining Engineering, you will manage a team of 10 experienced engineers with a high diversity of profiles and disciplines working in close cross functional cooperation with teams from Operations, Customer Services and Procurement in Buxtehude.

**Your tasks and accountabilities are**
- Organizing and managing activities of Sustaining Engineering
- Aligning priorities with internal customers and team workload
- Coaching and supporting the team members in their day to day activities
- Ensuring deliverables on time, cost and quality
- Identify, manage and escalate risks and opportunities
- Ensuring and promoting team engagement
- Managing people development

As **Head of Sustaining Engineering (d/f/m) **, you will also be the leader of working groups or plateaus which comprise specialists from different functions working in a multi-disciplinary mode.

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.

**Company**:
Airbus Operations GmbH

**Employment Type**:
Permanent**Experience Level**:
Professional

**Job Family**:
Elec.Electron.&Electromag,Optics&Optron.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.