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Airbus • Hamburg, Germany

MDAO Reference System Leader (d/f/m)

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

Job Description:

Within the Strategy and Transversal Integration organisation of Engineering, the Systems Engineering (SE) and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Central Domain is in charge of defining, developing and deploying best-in-class capabilities to support the development of next generation products and improve practices of current programmes, in a very competitive environment.

To support this transformation, the definition and governance of the Systems Engineering Reference System (SERef) is of paramount importance.

Your location

You will be working at the largest production site for civil aircraft situated in Hamburg. Its location on the southern banks of the river Elbe includes the option to commute by ferry. Experience the special flair of Hamburg in your spare time where vibrant cosmopolitan culture meets nautic legacy.

Your benefits

  • Attractive salary and special payments.
  • 30 days paid vacation and extra days-off for special occasions.
  • Excellent upskilling opportunities and great international, group-wide development prospects.
  • Employer-funded pension, employee stock options, discounted car leasing, special conditions for insurances, transportation subsidy, employee benefits at cooperating companies.
  • Kindergarten close to the site, medical officer for check-ups and other health-related services, canteen and cafeteria.
  • Compatibility of family & work (job sharing, part-time models, flexible working hours, individual timeout).
  • Working in a diverse environment, with more than 140 nationalities, where every voice is heard.

Your tasks and responsibilities

As a major contributor to the SERef of the Group, your contribution will include:

  • Drive cross-functional and cross-divisional MDAO capability development, adoption & maintenance ensuring MDAO is a high-value, integrated pillar of Airbus Group Systems Engineering.
  • Translate internal returns of experience and external research works into actionable, highly-effective engineering methods and standardized software workflows.
  • Architect the technical interfaces between MDAO tools and the broader Systems Engineering Reference system (SERef), with a view on a seamless integration with all System Engineering assets.
  • Build and Validate the MDAO reference system by applying it to solving complex, real-world industrial use-cases, ensuring technical solutions are fit-for-purpose and bring added engineering value.
  • Act on behalf of the SERef technical authority to scout and integrate emerging MDAO technologies, keeping the Airbus reference system at the cutting-edge.

Desired skills and qualifications

  • Master Degree or Phd in a relevant technical discipline.
  • A seasoned MDAO practitioner, preferable with past experience in aeronautics engineering.
  • Knowledgeable in SE, MBSE, and simulation techniques.
  • Past experiences in the engineering of aeronautic systems or of systems of similar technological complexity is highly appreciated.
  • An autonomous and entrepreneurial mindset, highly motivated to be part of the transformation of Airbus through supporting people and promoting new, disruptive capabilities.
  • Relatable and possessing outstanding communication skills. Knowledgeable in agile development processes is appreciated.

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 Operations GmbH

Employment Type:
Permanent
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Experience Level:
Professional

Job Family:
Sub-system development

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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Company benefits

Accrued annual leave
Adoption leave
Annual bonus
Bike parking
Coaching
Complimentary Medical Services
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discounts
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Enhanced sick pay
Family health insurance
Health insurance
In house training
Language lessons
Mentoring
On-site gym
Open to compressed hours
Open to job sharing
Open to part time work for some roles
Open to part-time employees
Referral bonus
Sabbaticals
Teambuilding days
Mental health support
Mental health platform access
Mental health first aiders

Working at Airbus

Company employees:

165000

Gender diversity (m:f):

70:30

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