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Join Airbus Defence & Space in Getafe, Spain as an A400M Engineering Change Leader on a permanent and full-time basis. In this professional role, you will manage modification flows, support certification processes, and help shape configuration management ways of working using a hybrid work arrangement.

Requirements

  • Aeronautical or Industrial engineering degree or related discipline required.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in the aeronautic domain in Configuration Management, Design, Systems Analysis, or Manufacturing Engineering.
  • At least 2 years of experience in Configuration Management in Airbus programmes (A400M, A350, or A380).
  • Knowledge of configuration tools and PLM systems (ICC, PDMLink System View, APS modules).
  • Advanced level in English; Spanish is a plus.

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Configuration management tools: Manage modification flows, support the preparation of modification documents, and define product structures using PLM and configuration tools.
  • Cross-functional collaboration: Participate in configuration meetings and coordinate with Design, Systems Analysis, Manufacturing Engineering, and Services.
  • Process improvement: Support the certification process for authorities, define general criteria, and contribute to the implementation of new processes and tools like CMPM.
  • Potential transition routes: People from systems engineering, design engineering, or manufacturing roles may bring strong technical and process management skills, alongside meeting the required aeronautical background and English proficiency.

Job description

Job Description:

A vacancy for an Engineering Change Manager has arisen within Airbus Defence & Space in Getafe. The successful applicant will join Military Aircraft Configuration Engineering department.

For engineering related stages, you will act mainly as a Change Leader for Systems and Integration Team in the frame of A400M Programme. You will be in charge of bringing support to configuration activities for different Aircraft ATAs.

In the framework of your activities, you will have interaction with Design, Systems Analysis, Manufacturing Engineering, Programmes Configuration and Services.

In cruise speed, the position allows the regular teleworking.

In the frame of DDMS and new trends, you will be able to contribute shaping the way of working to come for the whole Airbus Group and being part of the adoption of new technologies (like AIs) into our workstreams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The main tasks of the position are:

  • Manage modifications flow.
  • Support to the preparation of modifications documents (CR/TRS)
  • Support to certification process for authorities.
  • Prepare reports on the configuration at different stages.
  • Define the general criteria and requirements that must fulfill the design product structure, as well as support to its creation.
  • Participate as representative in the Configuration meetings.
  • Check if as design product structure comply with change objectives and procedures.
  • Participate in the definition of requirements to be implemented on PLM related with the Configuration Management tasks. Verification and validation of it implementation.
  • Support the update and definition of configuration procedures included in Design Organization Manual.
  • Support the center of competence in transversal activities, implementation of new processes (like CMPM) and tools

SKILLS

Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to know you:

  • Educated to Aeronautical or Industrial engineering degree or a related discipline.
  • At least 4 years of experience in Aeronautic domain in Configuration Management, Design, Systems Analysis, Manufacturing Engineering, or a relate area.
  • 2 years of experience in Configuration Management in any of the following Airbus / Airbus DS programmes : A400M / A350 / A380
  • Knowledge of configuration tools/PLM (ICC / PDMLink System View /APS modules).
  • Advanced level in English.
  • Spanish will be valued as a plus.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proactive and brave, able to propose new ideas and improvement driven.
  • Innovative and open minded.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a dynamic and innovative team that values creativity, continuous learning, and work-life balance.
  • Gain hands-on experience in Configuration Management and work with the associated technology and tools, being able to implement your own ideas and initiatives.

WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?

At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:

  • Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year.
  • Attractive salary.
  • Hybrid model of working when possible.
  • Collective transport service subject to working calendar/home location.
  • Benefits such as life insurance, health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.
  • On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office.
  • Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
  • Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.
  • Option to access special rates in products & benefits.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type:
Permanent
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Experience Level:
Professional

Job Family:
Configuration Management

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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Airbus

A400M Engineering Change Leader

Getafe
Hybrid
Attractive salary and benefits

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