Aeronautics Production Unit Manager (M/F)

Job Description:

Architect of the future, Dassault Aviation is a French group that designs and manufactures military aircraft, business jets, and space systems. Leader in the next-generation fighter jet (NGF) within the framework of the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) in European cooperation. Designer and manufacturer of the Rafale fighter jet, capable of performing all types of missions, for both Air forces and naval air forces. Designer of the nEUROn combat drone, developed in European cooperation. Designer and manufacturer of Falcon aircraft, business jets recognized for their flight qualities, versatility, low consumption, and innovations. Designer and manufacturer of special Falcon aircraft for maritime surveillance, intelligence, or medical evacuation missions. Pivot of a strategic industrial fabric that includes hundreds of companies in France and internationally. Reference industrial shareholder of the Thales group. Holder of numerous sovereignty technologies. Precursor of digital technology, the creator of CATIA, the 3D design-manufacturing software that has become a global standard. Creator, over a century, of a hundred prototypes and 10,000 aircraft, sold in 90 countries. 2100 Falcon in service. 1000 fighter jets in service. 12,371 employees, 78% of whom are in France.

Location: France, Nouvelle Aquitaine, 33 - Mérignac Professional field / trade: Production management Contract type: CDI Languages Skills Job reference: 2026-15548 Number of positions to fill: 1

YOUR MISSIONS:

The Dassault Aviation establishment in Mérignac is a strategic site for the Group, bringing together more than 3,200 employees. Dedicated to the final assembly, testing, and delivery of Falcon and Rafale aircraft, the site brings together numerous expertise covering the entire life cycle of its aircraft: technological development, studies and industrialization, production, quality control, ground tests and flight tests, support, and customer support. It also hosts essential support functions such as purchasing, IT, human resources, and infrastructure maintenance. Joining the Mérignac site means integrating into a high-technology industrial environment and contributing to aeronautical programs with international reach. As a Supply Flow Production Manager, you act as the link between the final customer (Production Unit) through the Production Line Managers and the suppliers (operational purchasing, Inter-factory, etc.) for the expression of needs and the response to them.

Your missions will be organized around 2 main axes:

Inter-factory supply

• Manage supply needs between upstream factories and Mérignac
• Ensure the monitoring of orders/shipments/receptions/disputes
• Anticipate shortages and implement appropriate corrective actions
• Provide visibility and guarantee compliance with delivery deadlines

Production management of DFJ flows

• Manage a portfolio of customer orders
• Identify shortage risks and build associated action plans
• Ensure weekly reporting
• Prioritize emergencies in connection with DFJ needs

In addition to these missions, you may be required to lead or contribute to continuous improvement projects related to the performance challenges of the department.

YOUR PROFILE:

You have a Master's degree (Engineer or Supply Chain) or equivalent depending on your experience in the field. 2 years of experience is required; acquired in the "supply / supply chain" function. You know how to use Supply domain applications (SAP, Confluence) as well as office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). English (C1 advanced - autonomous).

The following knowledge is sought: Principles of production management, MRP, CBN.

• Logistics processes,
• Principles of processing Supply Chain issues in industry (transfer management, planning, inventory management, root cause analysis, problem-solving methods.)

You have an analytical and synthetic mind, are proactive and dynamic, organized, possess listening skills, interpersonal and writing ease, rigor, a team spirit and a tendency to share information, autonomy, a sense of reporting, as well as a good capacity for adaptation.

General knowledge of military aircraft and/or avionics systems would be a plus.

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