Quality Development Architect – Manufacturing Engineering

About the role

Airbus Commercial Aircraft is seeking a Quality Development Architect to join its Central Quality Organization in Toulouse. You will work on automation and robotics solutions for composite technologies within the next‑generation aircraft programme, shaping quality processes and preventive standards.

Key responsibilities

• Define quality process architecture and embed manufacturing quality requirements into next‑gen development projects.
• Evaluate technology maturity (TRL/MRL) during gate reviews together with engineering and production teams.
• Support Manufacturing Engineering in deploying preventive quality standards such as PFMEA, SPC and MSA on technology projects.
• Conduct machine capability studies on automated solutions using recognised statistical methods.
• Lead root‑cause analysis (8D/9S) and capture lessons learned to continuously improve the quality system.

Required profile

• Engineering, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering background with solid professional experience.
• Technical expertise in composite technologies, robotics, automation and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency with preventive quality tools (FMEA, SPC, MSA, Control Plan) and the APQP framework (ref. 9145).
• Knowledge of aviation, space and defence QMS requirements (AS/EN 9100, ISO 9001) and advanced problem‑solving methods (8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa).
• Fluent English, transnational mindset and willingness to travel frequently.

Required skills

• Composite technologies
• Robotics
• Automation
• Statistical methods
• FMEA
• SPC
• MSA
• Control Plan
• APQP
• AS/EN 9100
• ISO 9001
• TRL/MRL assessment
• 8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa analysis

What we offer

• Attractive salary with success‑based bonuses, profit‑sharing and employee stock purchase plans.
• Extra days‑off for special occasions, holiday transfer options and a staff council providing cultural, sport and social activities.
• Comprehensive health coverage, on‑site health services, concierge, gym and car‑pooling facilities.
• Unlimited access to more than 10 000 e‑learning courses, certifications, accelerated development programmes and international mobility opportunities.