Senior AI & Engineering Transformation Lead
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Marignane, France
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About the job
Requirements
- At least 8 to 10 years of confirmed experience in complex cross-functional project management, digital transformation, or implementation of AI solutions.
- Demonstrated expertise defining and governing a single project solution or platform across a broad technical scope.
- Solid understanding of data architectures, including data lakes, data pipelines, and complex graph or relational data modeling.
- Proficiency in data processing concepts, including cleaning, structuring, and extract, transform, load (ETL), and practical data analytics using key performance indicators, dashboards in Tableau or Power BI, or Python.
- Operational knowledge of large language model (LLM) architectures, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) techniques applied to technical or certification documentation, and conventional machine learning.
- Very good knowledge of aerospace regulatory frameworks and airworthiness and certification requirements.
- Professional or negotiation-level proficiency in French and English.
- Ability to influence leadership committees and bring together multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to make decisions and ensure rigorous application of a unified standard.
- Strategic vision combined with operational pragmatism.
Responsibilities
- Define the department's long-term artificial intelligence strategy, including generative AI, machine learning, and complex data analysis, and identify and prioritize high-impact use cases in harness design, 3D integration, requirements management, and certification documentation.
- Define and structure the department's data engineering strategy, including data lifecycle management and the preparation, cleaning, structuring, and use of data from 3D, wiring, and certification records.
- Specify functional and technical requirements for custom digital tools, including computer-aided design plugins, automation scripts, microservices, and business web interfaces, and co-pilot the IT development lifecycle using Agile, Scrum, and DevOps methods as the interface between helicopter engineering teams and central IT.
- Define, enforce, and maintain a unified architecture of AI solutions, tools, and methods across the department's programs and functions, avoiding silos, duplication, and unsustainable local solutions.
- Design and coordinate the department-wide change-management, technology-awareness, and advanced-skills development plan to support lasting adoption of new technologies.
- Work with the process, methods, and tools manager to reconfigure engineering and airworthiness processes to integrate AI components into the technical ecosystem, including CATIA, 3DExperience, and product lifecycle management (PLM).
- Co-lead transformation governance with the transformation manager and subcontracting strategy manager, ensuring external partners and suppliers align with the adopted standards and unified solutions.
- Collaborate with certification authorities and subject-matter experts to ensure AI tools meet regulatory requirements.
- Define strategic performance indicators, including return on investment, reduced design cycles, and quality improvements, and represent the department in cross-functional digital-transformation forums at Airbus Helicopters or Airbus Group.
About the company
Airbus designs and manufactures commercial airplanes, helicopters, military aircraft, and space systems like satellites and launch services. The company builds these products by integrating advanced airframes, propulsion systems, and digital communication networks to support global travel, defense, and scientific exploration. Airbus distinguishes itself through its massive global manufacturing network and its active development of hydrogen-powered aircraft to eliminate carbon emissions. Its goal is to provide safe, connected aerospace solutions while leading the industry toward sustainable flight and environmental responsibility.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Blagnac, France
Founded
1970
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 revenue rose 28% to €20.5 billion, with EBIT up 54%.
- H1 2026 deliveries reached 351 aircraft, reversing earlier supply-chain disruptions.
- Qantas's A350-1000ULR tests and Jet Zero's SAF funding deepen Airbus's premium partnerships.
What critics are saying
- Spanish strikes froze hiring in August 2026 and slowed military and commercial production.
- June 2026 engine shortages threatened Airbus's 870-jet target and dragged first-quarter deliveries.
- Boeing's challenge to the EIB loan escalates trade scrutiny and could tighten Airbus financing.
What makes Airbus unique
- Airbus spans jets, helicopters, defense, and space across Europe, China, and America.
- The A350F targets 109 tonnes and 115 orders before certification begins.
- The €3 billion EIB package funds research through 2030 across civil, defense, and technology.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Professional Development Budget
- Flexible Work Hours