Production Planning ERP Solution Architect

Airbus

Production Planning ERP Solution Architect overseeing ERP deployment and support for Airbus North America. Leading digital solutions in the Production Planning area to enhance operational efficiency.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeMobile • Alabama, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

All ERP Digital related activities for the Production Planning Product/Services (Master Production Schedule, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Work Order Creation/Execution, and Production Activity Control) for all Airbus North America business functions
Acting as the Regional L3 Resolver embedded in the Group Global L3 team, providing the highest level of technical and functional expertise for the Airbus ERP Core Solution solution in the region
Leading the deployment and stabilization of the ERP Core Solution global template, ensuring it is adapted to the specific industrial footprint and regional production planning requirements of the AIRBUS North America facilities
Promoting and deploying state-of-the-art digital solutions in Production Planning in line with AIRBUS Operating Model and Standards
The Production Planning ERP Solution Architect has overall accountability on the performance (delivery, costs, people management) of the related product teams. Product scope is end-to-end (Design / Build / Run)
Responsible for Multi-Functional Teams formation in order to manage the Digital Product/Application lifecycle related to the Production Planning solution
Drive continuous improvement of all products and services within the Production Planning Product/Service, especially focusing on digital continuity across the "Production Planning and Execution flows" physical flows to prevent digital system "hand-off" errors
Maintain a backlog of work with clear priorities agreed with the respective business stakeholders
Acts as an advocate on behalf of business stakeholders to ensure his/her function’s services & products meet business priorities and needs
Responsible for the roll-out of Group Information Solutions and their local adaptations in line with group strategy for the Production Planning scope
Future-Proofing for ERP upgrade and future releases by ensuring local solutions and data adhere to the global "Clean Core" standards
Ensures and secures strategic vision alignment between his/her function and the Business
Manage projects that are in the scope of ERP Core Solution deployment and stabilization, using appropriate methodologies (waterfall, fast track, agile) in coordination with Airbus Core Solution and Digital Central
Partners with the business and others IM Domains/PSL/Products & Services to ensure proper design and implementation in the frame of group-wide initiatives
Lead the deployment and stabilization of the ERP Core Solution global template on Production Planning scope
Ensure that projects deliver appropriate business value (savings, efficiency, business growth)
Responsible for guaranteeing end-to-end service according to agreed SLAs established with the business, specifically acting as the Regional L3 Resolver
Liaise with the business and IM teams in Europe to contribute to the design/development of solutions and prepare the deployment and support of those solutions
The architect is expected to foster innovation, maintain a pipeline of innovative features, and lead the Production Planning Product/Service design authority
Organize and plan deployment activities, including end-user training and post-deployment incident logs
Manages the Digital team in charge of designing, developing, maintaining and supporting the Production Planning Product/Service (Indirect report)
Manage Team performance and employee development with the associated employee manager
Works with IM Governance and Others IM Domains/PSL/Product & Services to identify opportunities in the IM Master Plan
Manages related budget performance and identifies areas of savings
Collaborates with global Airbus Digital Operations solutions counterparts to develop and improve standards
Ensures compliance with Airbus Digital Operations solutions standards, security standards & evolving cyber security requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Any SAP Certification is preferred
Master Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience
At least 10 years of experience in application development and support in the manufacturing environment
At least 10 years of Project Management experience in the manufacturing environment
At least 2-5 years of experience in people management (or equivalent proven records within project organization)
Demonstrated experience in large-scale ERP transformation programs (e.g., ARP, S/4HANA migration)
Understanding of Airbus IM standards, project and services methodologies and procedures
SAP MM/PP/DS/ME/IBP, SAP S4/HANA, MES, Analytics Solutions preferred
10% Domestic and International travel required
Eligible for employment in the US
Expertise in the Production Planning area: Master Production Schedule (MPS), Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Work Order Creation, and Work Order Execution processes
Expertise in software solutions such as SAP S/4HANA, SAP (PP/DS/IBP/MM/ME), Delmia Apriso (Dassault), SAP MES and other Advanced Planning Systems (e.g., Quintiq, APC-Jaguar)
Expertise in leading UAT/BAT activities and managing cutover/EIS
Understand the deployment of central solutions to regional regulations (e.g., U.S. Customs, ITAR)
Able to work closely and effectively with all levels of business and IM management
Holds people accountable for results, inspires trust, demonstrates flexibility, encourages frequent open communications and welcomes feedback
English required
French preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary
Incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
Retirement savings plan
Ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program
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
Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

ERPProduction PlanningMaster Production ScheduleMaterial Requirements PlanningWork Order CreationWork Order ExecutionSAP S/4HANASAP MMSAP PPSAP IBP

Soft Skills

people managementproject managementcommunicationleadershipcollaborationflexibilitytrust buildingaccountabilityinnovationcontinuous improvement

Certifications

SAP CertificationMaster Degree in ManufacturingMaster Degree in EngineeringMaster Degree in Computer ScienceMaster Degree in Information Technology