Airbus Helicopters

About the Company

Airbus is a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a worldwide scale.

Airbus strives to provide the most efficient helicopter solutions to its customers who serve, protect, save lives and safely carry passengers in demanding environments. Its helicopters are in service across more than 150 countries worldwide, performing nearly every type of vertical flight task imaginable. The company’s product line offers the full spectrum of rotary-wing aircraft solutions for civil, government, military, law enforcement and parapublic uses.

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Company Name

Airbus Helicopters

Job Title

Responsable Qualité réparateurs externes (f/h)

Job Description

**Job title**: External Repairers Quality Manager (F/M) **Role Summary**: Lead the definition, deployment, and continuous improvement of Airbus Helicopters’ quality policy for external repairers, ensuring compliance with EN 9100, EASA Part‑145, and other aviation standards. Serve as the main quality liaison between Airbus and external repair contractors, conducting audits, managing non‑conformities, and supporting technical issues to maintain safety and reliability of helicopter components. **Expactations**: * Full responsibility for quality oversight of all external repair partners. * Regular travel within France and internationally for site visits and audits. * Collaboration with Purchasing, Business, Program, and Supplier teams to drive performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives. **Key Responsibilities**: - Define and implement the quality policy for external repairers in line with Airbus and regulatory requirements. - Design and execute recurring audit plans, assess contractor compliance, and report findings. - Identify, analyze, and document non‑conformances, root causes, and discrepancies; enforce corrective and preventive actions. - Provide on‑site and remote quality support to repairers during technical issues or quality incidents. - Lead supplier selection and qualification, evaluating potential repairers against quality standards. - Facilitate quality performance reviews with cross‑functional stakeholders and recommend improvement actions. - Monitor regulatory and normative developments in aviation quality; update related documentation. - Author and maintain procedures, work instructions, and quality documents for external repair management. - Promote a quality‑centric culture across Airbus and its partner network. **Required Skills**: - Minimum 5 years experience in quality management, preferably in aerospace or high‑quality industrial environment. - Proven experience managing suppliers or outsourced service providers. - In‑depth knowledge of EN 9100, EASA Part‑145, and related aviation quality standards. - Proficiency with quality tools and methodologies (audit, FMEA, 8‑D, PDCA). - Strong analytical skills, data interpretation, and problem‑solving capability. - Excellent written and verbal communication in French and technical English. - Ability to work collaboratively in cross‑functional teams and across geographies. - Critical thinking and continuous improvement mindset. **Required Education & Certifications**: - Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Aerospace, or related field. - Relevant quality certifications (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, ASQ CQE) highly regarded but not mandatory.

Marseille, France

Hybrid

Mid level

15-03-2026

Company Name

Airbus Helicopters

Job Title

ALT 2026 - Apprenti(e) en Qualité Opérationnelle (ALL GENDER)

Job Description

**Job Title** Apprentice – Operational Quality (ALL GENDER) **Role Summary** The Apprentice will support continuous improvement in the production of critical composite parts at Airbus Helicopters. The role involves developing robust non‑conformity metrics, analyzing quality data, conducting root‑cause investigations, and implementing corrective & preventive actions (CAPA). The apprentice works cross‑functionally with production, engineering, and support teams to enhance process robustness and deliver products “On Quality, On Time, On Cost.” **Expectations** * Deliver measurable improvements in quality and reliability of composite components. * Participate in quality initiatives aligned with “Right First Time” philosophy. * Gain hands‑on experience in aerospace manufacturing and quality systems over a 2‑ or 3‑year apprenticeship term starting 2026. * Demonstrate integrity, compliance awareness, and a commitment to continuous learning. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Design and refine robust metrics for capturing and qualifying non‑conformities. 2. Collect, analyze, and interpret quality data to identify trends and opportunities. 3. Perform root‑cause investigations using 8‑D, 5‑Why, Ishikawa, and other tools. 4. Develop and execute corrective & preventive action plans, tracking effectiveness. 5. Collaborate with production operators, engineering, and support functions to embed improvements. 6. Maintain and update quality documentation and reports. 7. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and safety compliance. **Required Skills** * Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail. * Proficiency in data analysis (Excel, basic statistical tools). * Familiarity with root‑cause methodologies (8‑D, 5‑Why, Ishikawa). * Understanding of manufacturing processes, inspection, and metrology. * Team‑oriented communication and cross‑functional collaboration. * Ability to develop quantitative measurement methods. * Awareness of compliance, integrity, and safety standards. **Required Education & Certifications** * Licence (Bac+3) in Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Quality – for a 3‑year apprenticeship. * Bac+2 (BTS/DUT, GMP, Industrial Engineering, Quality) – for a 2‑year apprenticeship. * Intermediate proficiency in English; fluent in French. * Optional: Certifications in quality tools (8‑D, Six Sigma, etc.) are advantageous. ---

Paris, France

Hybrid

26-03-2026