Industrial Manager
Airbus · Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
- On site
- Full-time
- €75,000 / year
- Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
Job highlights
- Manage industrial production planning and execution.
- Ensure on-time, on-cost, on-quality delivery.
- Coordinate manufacturing from design to shipment.
- Control production costs and mitigate risks.
- Improve planning processes and ensure audits.
About the role
About the Role
Several positions are now open in Airbus CRISA (Airbus Defense & Space) in Tres Cantos (Madrid area) for different Space business units: Launchers (Ariane6, Vega-C and Vega-E), Earth Exploration (Copernicus missions and PAZ-2), Space Exploration (Artemis), and Commercial (Telecommunications Satellites).
This is a permanent position within Operations and Programs section. Industrial Management & Planning is the department in charge of production management, stock availability and overall planning.
In the frame of Electronic Equipment Industrial Management & Planning, you will be responsible for the coordination of production activities within the assigned project according to the product plan to achieve the final product On-Time, On-Cost, On-Quality. We are driven by our passion to make it fly!
Industrial Manager Activities:
- Maintain operational excellence and ensure customer satisfaction by contributing to Operations delivering electronic modules on time, on cost, on quality.
- Manage manufacturing process activities from design, including material availability, manufacturing readiness for production start, and product packaging and shipment to the end customer.
- Plan and track manufacturing activities according to the project production plan with the required quality.
- Regularly exchange information with Manufacturing Engineering, EAQA, and Test Teams to get project schedule updates.
- Production cost control.
- Act as the interface between the Project Core Team and the Extended Core Team.
- Assess production readiness regarding materials and means.
- Evaluate production issues and problems to solve potential pain points and document them as lessons learned.
- Anticipate potential blocking points or issues to avoid extra costs or delays in production.
- Support internal improvement processes within the section.
- Propose and deploy improvements of processes and tools related to Production Planning.
- Guarantee application of working methods and processes, and ensure success of annual audits (EN9100, ISO14001) and other process audits.
Soft Skills:
- Proactivity, organization, autonomy, and Team Work.
- Customer support approach.
- Disciplined and methodical person with the capability to negotiate with diverse teams.
Education & Background Requirements:
- Higher Education (Degree or Master) related to Aeronautic, Industrial, or Electronic Engineering.
- Proficient knowledge of SAP ERP is strictly required for this role.
- Languages: English C1 & Spanish.
Feel like you can't tick some boxes above? If you have most of the skills and experience that we're looking for and are willing to use your talent to learn the rest, we encourage you to apply!
Key Skills/Competency:
- Industrial Management
- Production Planning
- SAP ERP
- Project Management
- Process Improvement
- Manufacturing
- Operations Management
- Supply Chain
- Quality Assurance
- Team Leadership
Skills & topics
- Industrial Manager
- Production Planning
- SAP ERP
- Manufacturing
- Operations
- Aerospace
- Space
- Project Management
- Engineering
- Airbus
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Industrial Engineering, SAP ERP, and project management experience.
- Showcase soft skills: Emphasize proactivity, organization, autonomy, and teamwork in your application.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience in production planning, cost control, and process improvement.
- Highlight language skills: Clearly state your C1 English and Spanish proficiency.
- Research Airbus values: Understand their commitment to innovation, quality, and diversity.
Technical preparation
Master SAP ERP for production planning.,Understand aerospace manufacturing processes.,Familiarize with production readiness assessments.,Review project cost control methods.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you improved a process.,How do you handle production delays?,Give an example of teamwork success.,How do you ensure customer satisfaction?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of an Industrial Manager at Airbus CRISA?
- The Industrial Manager at Airbus CRISA is responsible for coordinating production activities within assigned projects to ensure on-time, on-cost, and on-quality delivery. This includes managing the manufacturing process from design to shipment, controlling production costs, assessing readiness, and driving process improvements.
- What specific technical skills are required for the Industrial Manager role at Airbus?
- Proficient knowledge of SAP ERP is strictly required. A Higher Education Degree or Master in Aeronautic, Industrial, or Electronic Engineering is also essential. Experience in production planning, manufacturing readiness, and cost control is critical.
- What are the language requirements for this Industrial Manager position at Airbus?
- Candidates must have a C1 level of English and proficiency in Spanish to be considered for this Industrial Manager role at Airbus CRISA.
- What is the work arrangement for this Industrial Manager position at Airbus?
- This is a permanent position within the Operations and Programs section. The job is located in Tres Cantos (Madrid area), suggesting an on-site or hybrid work arrangement based at that location.
- How does Airbus CRISA support employee development for Industrial Managers?
- Airbus CRISA encourages a learning mindset, inviting candidates who may not tick all boxes but are willing to learn. They support employees to work, connect, and collaborate, fostering flexible arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
- What kind of projects can an Industrial Manager work on at Airbus CRISA?
- Industrial Managers can contribute to a variety of exciting space projects, including Launchers (Ariane6, Vega-C, Vega-E), Earth Exploration (Copernicus, PAZ-2), Space Exploration (Artemis), and Commercial Telecommunications Satellites.
- What are the key soft skills needed for an Industrial Manager at Airbus CRISA?
- Key soft skills include proactivity, organization, autonomy, teamwork, a customer support approach, and being disciplined and methodical with strong negotiation capabilities across diverse teams.
- Does Airbus CRISA offer opportunities for process improvement in this role?
- Yes, the role explicitly involves supporting internal improvement processes, proposing and deploying improvements to processes and tools related to Production Planning, and ensuring the success of audits.