Director of Performance

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Job Description:

Airbus Americas, Inc is looking for a Director of Performance to join our team based in Mobile, AL.

The Director of Performance is responsible for A320 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Dashboards linked to the A320 FAL in order to deliver on time, on cost and on quality.  Incumbent will lead the A320 FAL for strategy and integration of Key Performance Results  & KPR. Responsible for establishing, maintaining and communicating a clear understanding of the priorities, status and plan for the A320 FAL performance by all stakeholders.

Meet the Team:

Our Engineers at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility take our aircraft from concept to customer delivery – working with production teams on every aspect of assembly from managing technical information, quality control, maintenance tasks and health & safety – along flowlines and flightlines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life.

Your Working Environment:

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.

 

Your Challenges:

• Lead the definition and strategic alignment of the performance system, ensuring clear lineage from result KPIs to actionable Monitoring KPIs

  • Translate A320 Single Aisle targets into a robust performance system, guaranteeing their integration with central VSM and the A320 Target Letter at L4 (VP - Head of Final Assembly Line) and L5 (SVP) levels.

  • Establish a single source of truth for all defined KPIs, including the development and standardization of KPI ID Cards to ensure data integrity and consistency.

  • Represent and lead A320 FAL performance in national and international initiatives aimed at harmonizing KPI methodologies and performance management practices across all global Final Assembly Lines.

• Deploy Performance System Improvements

  • Drive the end-to-end deployment of new KPIs and performance dashboards across all management levels (L1, L2, L3, L4, L5), ensuring seamless integration and adoption.

  • Establish a robust performance governance framework and routine, complete with clear Terms of Reference, to facilitate effective performance review and accountability.

  • Oversee the delivery of comprehensive visual performance management dashboards tailored for daily, weekly, and monthly reviews at each management level.

    • L1 - Station level

    • L2 - Business Unit Level (Weekly Performance review)

    • L3 - Director/Senior level (Weekly Performance review)

    • L4 -  VP (Ho Final Assembly Line level) (Weekly E2E / Weekly Performance review)

    • L5 - SVP Local/Central VSM (Weekly VSM Ops / VSM Monthly Performance review)

• Secure  Achievement of target through continuous improvement

  • Lead the analysis of current performance trends to proactively identify deviations, priorities and define strategic action plans/Lean PDCA cycles for performance restoration.

  • Monitor and guide the team's performance management processes, ensuring the timely identification, capture, and mitigation of issues through the rigorous application of the PDCA framework.

  • Manage and drive the portfolio of strategic initiatives and PDCA actions, ensuring their timely execution and impact on overall target achievement.

• Direct the automation and continuous improvement of KPIs, leveraging data analysis and programming expertise to enable next-level performance insights and efficiency.

• Coordinate team of Lean Experts

Additional Responsibilities:   

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Support creation of Communication Pack for Visitors (COO, SVP…)

• Deputize Director  Performance & Improvement during L1/L2/L3/L4/L5 performance review as needed

Your Boarding Pass:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or Management is required.

• 10+ years overall experience

• 5+ years proven experience working in aircraft industry or manufacturing experience related to data analysis

• Data analytics and  Dashboard  creation knowledge (e.g.: Skywise / Tableau / PowerBI / VBA)

• Ability to work in Microsoft Office and GSuite

• Strong knowledge of LEAN, P&PM tools and techniques

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Ability to galvanize a team to reach the goals

• Demonstrated effective communication skills

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills in math and science

• Able to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision in order to meet deadlines

• Ability to handle multiple tasks while dealing with a high volume of complex information and specific deadlines

• Interface with all levels of the Mobile FAL organization – this requires a clear understanding of confidentiality and professionalism.

• Effective communication skills including the ability to write reports and present data to senior management

• Ability to speak to large groups of people to present status

• Must demonstrate proficiency in G-Suite and Microsoft applications • Must demonstrate proficiency in project management tools

Eligibility: 

• Eligible for employment in the US without sponsorship.

Physical Requirements:

• Onsite 100%

• Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.

• Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.

• Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.

• Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.

• Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.

• Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.

• Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.

• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.

• Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.

• Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor.

• Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice.

• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.

A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.

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:

Leadership

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Job Posting End Date: 08.11.2026

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