Meet Ying Ying

Define your job title in one sentence

I am responsible for planning and assigning our Airbus training instructors to courses, ensuring strict compliance with aviation authority regulations, corporate policies, and airline customer requirements.

What’s one thing that makes your job exciting or special?

My job is truly exciting because it is so dynamic. I love the fast-paced nature of managing and constantly optimizing simulator and instructor utilization to keep everything running seamlessly.

What inspired you to join Airbus? 

What inspired me to join Airbus was its global presence and reach across the different divisions of aviation. Additionally, this environment fosters continuous learning, which also opens up greater opportunities for professional growth.

How does your role contribute to Airbus’ mission or the success of its products?

My work helps optimize simulator usage, guaranteeing safety and operational efficiency when planning training schedules for both commercial pilots and instructors.

What advice would you give to someone starting a career in aerospace?

My advice for anyone starting their career in aviation is to be resilient, as the aeronautics industry is highly dynamic and constantly fluctuating.

What advice would you give to someone considering a career at Airbus?

I would offer 3 pieces of advice. 

• Be patient; everything can be learned along the way. 
• Don't worry if your educational background wasn't originally in aviation. 
• We all make mistakes - what truly matters is learning from them and staying willing to continuously improve.

What do you appreciate most about Airbus as a workplace?

What I appreciate most about the Airbus workplace culture is that it constantly motivates you to keep growing within the company, creating connection spaces and initiatives like 'Get to know.'