Transfer of Work specialistFull-timeCompany DescriptionWho are we?At Scalian, we are a leading multinational engineering consulting firm with 5,500 specialists and over 30 years of experience. We are specialized in Digital Systems (IT & Software and Systems Engineering) and Industrial Performance (Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Project Management).Our expertise serves various technological sectors such as the aerospace, defense, rail, and energy industries while providing distinctive support to their development and operations.Job DescriptionThe Transfer of Work (ToW) Manager is accountable for the end-to-end execution of assigned transfer packages throughout the Transfer of Work lifecycle.The role coordinates Airbus stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery teams around a single delivery plan, a single risk picture, and clear gate-readiness decisions. The ToW Manager translates industrial, quality, and supplier readiness into a controlled delivery trajectory, ensuring commitments are achieved from programme initiation through industrial ramp-up and closure.Location: BelfastThe ToW Manager is the delivery leader for assigned transfer packages and is responsible for:Owning package baselines, milestones, and gate readinessLeading multifunctional teams and supplier coordinationManaging risks, dependencies, and recovery plansControlling Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) performanceDriving critical-path execution and milestone achievementPreparing programme decisions, escalations, and closure evidenceThe ToW Manager acts as the central integrator between Airbus functions, suppliers, the Supplier Chain Quality Manager (SCQM), and programme governance.Core AccountabilitiesToW Lifecycle ManagementLead assigned Transfer of Work packages from programme launch through successful closure.Define and maintain package baselines, deliverables, and milestones.Ensure successful progression through all programme gates and readiness reviews.Drive closure of commitments and actions throughout the transfer lifecycle.Maintain visibility of package maturity and readiness status.Planning & Critical Path ManagementDevelop and maintain:Integrated Master PlansLine of Balance (LOB)Recovery plansCritical-path schedulesMonitor progress against milestones and delivery commitments.Identify schedule threats and implement recovery strategies.Ensure dependencies between suppliers and Airbus functions are actively managed.Industrialisation ControlMonitor industrial readiness and manufacturing maturity.Track qualification activities and production ramp-up readiness.Coordinate readiness evidence from suppliers and support functions.Ensure industrialisation risks are identified and addressed before key programme milestones.Risk & Opportunity ManagementMaintain package-level risk and opportunity registers.Assess delivery, supplier, industrial, and programme risks.Develop mitigation and recovery plans.Escalate critical issues impacting cost, schedule, quality, or readiness.Drive action closure and risk reduction.Supplier CoordinationCoordinate suppliers throughout the transfer programme.Monitor supplier commitments, deliverables, and readiness plans.Remove blockers affecting programme execution.Escalate supplier performance issues where necessary.Facilitate alignment between suppliers and internal teams.Multi-Functional Team (MFT) LeadershipLead cross-functional coordination across:EngineeringManufacturingQualityProcurementSupply ChainProgramme ManagementSuppliersDrive alignment on priorities, decisions, risks, and actions.Facilitate decision-making and issue resolution.QCD Performance ControlMonitor package performance against:Quality objectivesCost objectivesDelivery objectivesTrack trends, variances, forecasts, and recovery actions.Report package performance to programme governance forums.Ensure proactive management of performance gaps.Data-Driven GovernanceUse KPIs, readiness evidence, and programme metrics to support decisions.Prepare management reporting and governance packs.Ensure decisions are supported by objective programme data.Coordinate package reviews, milestone reviews, and readiness assessments.Communication & EscalationPrepare executive-level status updates and recommendations.Escalate critical issues at the appropriate governance level.Communicate programme status clearly to Airbus leadership, suppliers, and stakeholders.Support fact-based decision-making throughout the transfer lifecycle.QualificationsRequired ExperienceExperience leading Transfer of Work (ToW), industrialisation, or manufacturing-transfer programmes.Experience managing complex aerospace suppliers and stakeholder networks.Strong project and programme management experience.Experience managing integrated schedules and critical paths.Experience leading multifunctional teams.Experience managing programme risks and recovery plans.Experience working within aerospace manufacturing or industrial environments.Preferred ExperienceAirbus, Airbus Atlantic, A220/A350, Airbus suppliers, or Tier 1 aerospace experience.Experience managing industrialisation and production ramp-up activities.Knowledge of APQP, FAI, qualification readiness, and supplier maturity processes.Experience supporting gate reviews and programme governance.Experience managing QCD performance within aerospace programmes.#LI-ML5By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy applyI'm interestedI'm interestedPrivacy Notice
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