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Operations ERM Manager

Airbus Americas
parental leave, paid time off, profit sharing
United States, Alabama, Mobile
Dec 01, 2025

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Job Description:

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for an Operations ERM Manager to join our Manufacturing department based in Mobile, AL.

The Operations Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Manager serves as the unique reference for all risk management activities across the Airbus Americas Operations entities. Reporting to the Head of Excellence and Performance Management, this individual is the central focal point for ERM management for the A220 and A320 programs and overall site operations, procurement, Airbus Robotics and any new scopes within the perimeter of the SVP Head of Operations Airbus Americas. The Manager is responsible for driving the implementation of a robust risk management culture, ensuring compliance with global standards, and providing critical risk insights to Airbus Operations leadership in the United States and global risk management functions.

Meet the team:

The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facilities help assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along two (soon to be three) production lines for the A220 and A320 Family aircraft. On the shop floor you'll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft.

Your working environment:

Nearby on 'Airbus Way' you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus' strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

How we care for you:

  • Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP").

  • Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.

  • Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages.

  • Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

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

Your challenges:

ERM Framework Deployment & Leadership Operations Airbus Americas.

  • Lead the end-to-end implementation and execution of the ERM framework across the Operations, continuously assessing and improving its effectiveness.

  • Drive the adoption of ERM processes and tools throughout all operational areas, including the A320 and A220 programs.

  • Deploy the global ERM policy at the site level, challenging the organization's ERM maturity in alignment with Center of Competence (CoC), Operations and Airbus Americas guidelines and driving continuous improvement.

  • Manage and guide the network of local Operations Risk Focal Points, fostering a collaborative and effective risk community, align and consolidate reporting.

  • Facilitate the sharing of best practices and lessons learned between the Operations network and the broader Airbus Americas ERM community.

Risk Analysis, Reporting & Advisory

  • Proactively engage with and challenge operational teams on the identification and assessment of top risks, opportunities, and relevant early warnings.

  • Act as the primary subject matter expert and trusted business partner for all risk and opportunity management matters for Operations.

  • Consolidate the complete US Operations risk and opportunity exposure, providing clear and actionable status reports, heat maps, and analyses for Operations Top Management.

  • Manage the reporting and escalation process, ensuring Operations leadership is informed and supporting the escalation of key risks to Airbus Americas Top Management when necessary.

Governance, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

  • Serve as the primary ERM point of contact for all internal and external audits. Drive and coordinate the resolution of ERM-related corporate audit findings and recommendations across the US Operations.

  • Liaise with the regional and global ERM teams to ensure the Operations adherence to Group ERM policy, effectively balancing global standards with the specific needs and the context of the Operations entities.

  • Strengthen the risk management mindset and behaviors across the Operations scopes , reinforcing the principles of the Airbus audit and risk eco-system.

  • Drive efficiency improvement by developing or deploying artificial intelligence tools within the US Operations scope of responsibility and in collaboration with Operations, Airbus Americas, and Airbus ERM networks.

Your boarding pass:

  • Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, Engineering or other relevant subject required.

  • Master's degree preferred.

  • Experience: 10-15 years of either project coordination/management experience or risk management experience required.

  • Risk management experience, background in complex operational environment is preferred.

  • Finance background is a plus.

  • International experience and cross-functional stakeholder management experience.

  • Licensure/Certifications: Risk management certifications preferred.

  • Ability to build relationships and effective networks in the US Operations entities and broader Airbus Americas ERM, and across Airbus Performance Management ERM Stakeholders.

  • Knowledge of Airbus' Enterprise Risk Management process, Manage Company Risk procedure and tools such as ARM.

  • Knowledge of and proficiency with financial and risk modeling techniques would be a plus.

  • Risk Management standard knowledge (e.g. ISO 31000).

  • Proactive, dynamic and autonomous way of working.

  • Analytical skills, structures, good organization and prioritization skills.

  • Proven communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.

  • Diplomacy and discretion.

  • Ability to drive implementation / standardization / alignment in a complex corporate environment.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, use repetitive motion, type, and hear. Must be able to view the computer screen for significant periods of time. Must be able to process information and quickly compute and analyze data.

Take your career to a new level and apply online now!

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 Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:

Professional

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Enterprise Risk & Opportunity Management

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Job Posting End Date: 12.12.2025

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