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Join Airbus Defence and Space in Getafe, Spain as a EURODRONE Communication System Designer Engineer on a permanent, full-time basis. In this professional role, you will lead the end-to-end design and integration of Audio/Voice Communication Systems within a hybrid working model, supporting the complete systems engineering V-cycle and collaborating with international stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Engineering degree or equivalent technical background (Telecommunications, Aeronautical, Industrial, Electronics, etc.); Master's in Systems Engineering is an asset.
  • Professional experience in Systems Engineering, System Design, or Systems Integration, preferably in aeronautics, defence, or military aircraft.
  • Strong knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle, V-model, RBE, and MBSE methodologies.
  • Proficiency in tools such as DOORS, CAMEO, MATLAB/Simulink, and Stateflow.
  • Strong verbal and written English communication skills (B2/C1 equivalent).
  • Strong teamwork, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Systems Engineering & Design: Lead Audio/Voice Communication System design, capture high-level requirements, and elaborate specifications following RBE and MBSE methodologies.
  • Integration & Verification: Define and support system integration, verification, and validation activities, preparing test requirements and analysis reports.
  • Airworthiness & Certification: Support qualification and certification activities, ensuring compliance with international regulations from ICAO, FAA, EASA, and EUROCONTROL.
  • Cross-functional Coordination: Manage technical interfaces and coordinate with suppliers, customers, and transversal areas including Production, Services, Procurement, and Technical Publications.
  • Potential transition routes: People from avionics systems engineering, military aircraft integration roles, or telecommunications engineering backgrounds may bring relevant systems design skills, alongside meeting mandatory technical degree and English language requirements.

Job description

Job Description:

Introduction: An opportunity for a Systems Integration Engineer - Eurodrone has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).

Brief description of the department’s mission: The selected candidate will join the Systems Integration Team within Engineering / Design Office, working on the Eurodrone Programme, specifically on the Audio/Voice Communication System.

The team is responsible for the end-to-end system design and integration activities throughout the complete product development lifecycle. The jobholder will work in an international and multidisciplinary environment, interacting with different engineering disciplines, suppliers, customers and programme stakeholders.

The successful candidate will contribute to the complete systems engineering V-cycle, from feasibility studies, requirements capture and system definition to integration, verification, validation, qualification and final certification of the product.

The position also involves close coordination with suppliers and transversal areas such as Production, Services, Procurement and Technical Publications, as well as support to integration and testing activities when required.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The main tasks of the jobholder will be:

  • Lead Audio/Voice Communication System design and integration activities for Eurodrone, supporting feasibility studies for new products and user needs, capturing high-level requirements and allocating them to the Communication & Avionics System.
  • Elaborate and validate system and equipment specifications following Requirement Based Engineering (RBE) and/or Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies, ensuring requirements traceability throughout the complete engineering V-cycle and producing the associated engineering design documentation.
  • Manage technical interfaces and coordinate with suppliers and customers, supporting the complete design process and participating in internal, supplier and customer design reviews and programme milestones.
  • Define and support system integration, verification and validation activities, preparing test requirements for laboratory, ground and flight testing, and releasing test analysis and correlation reports after test completion.
  • Support qualification, airworthiness and certification activities, including modification processes and the preparation of the required technical evidence, while ensuring compliance with applicable international regulations and standards from organizations such as ICAO, FAA, EASA and EUROCONTROL.
  • Provide technical support across the product lifecycle, collaborating with areas such as Production, Services, Procurement and Technical Publications (AFM, FCOM, etc.), as well as supporting integration and testing activities at the Final Assembly Line (FAL) when required.
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Airbus

EURODRONE Communication System Designer Engineer

Getafe
Hybrid
Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Occasional business travel may be required, mainly within Spain and Europe (up to approximately 10%).
  • SKILLS: Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to knowing you:

    • Education: Engineering degree or equivalent technical background, preferably in Telecommunications, Aeronautical, Industrial, Electronics or a related Engineering discipline. A Master’s degree in Systems Engineering (e.g. MASI or equivalent) will be considered an asset.
    • Experience: Previous professional experience in Systems Engineering, System Design and/or Systems Integration, preferably within the aeronautical, defence or military aircraft sector. Experience with Audio/Voice Communication Systems, full-chain Communication Systems and/or COMSEC will be highly valued.
    • Systems Engineering: Strong knowledge of the complete systems engineering lifecycle and V-model, including requirements definition and allocation, system design, software specification, integration, verification & validation, qualification, airworthiness and certification.
    • Technical knowledge and tools: Experience with RBE and MBSE methodologies and requirements management. Knowledge of tools such as DOORS, CAMEO, ICDMS, CWE, MATLAB/Simulink and Stateflow, or equivalent systems engineering environments, will be valued. Knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools such as SCRUM, Jira, Confluence and DeMAT will also be considered an asset.
    • Languages: Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written (B2/C1 or equivalent), with the ability to work effectively with international suppliers, customers and programme stakeholders.
    • Soft skills: Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, collaborative mindset, patience and adaptability. Open-minded and proactive attitude towards new technical challenges and the ability to work effectively within a complex international programme.
    • Valuable / Nice to have: Previous experience within the Eurodrone Programme or other complex military aircraft programmes; knowledge of Airbus Defence & Space Design Procedures; experience in modification and certification processes; previous experience as CVE in any discipline; digitalization skills applied to system design activities; and experience with Plateau ways of working.

    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.

    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.

    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:
    Computing&Comm and Info& Data Processing

    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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