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Airbus • Getafe, Spain

Modelling and Simulation System Engineer

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

Job Description:

DESCRIPTION

An opportunity for a Modelling and Simulation System Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).

The selected candidate will join the Modelling and Simulation Team .

The team is in charge of defining, producing, validating and supporting Systems simulation products for Airbus internal and external customers matching the required safety, quality and performance levels according to Airbus systems engineering processes and the needs of our customers.

We are looking for a system engineer capable of building simulator subsystem models in real time with experience in Software development to complete those models. Be prepared to work in a highly motivated team, and work with actual simulators that we build and deliver for internal and external customers all over the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Design and program real-time software models simulating the dynamic behavior of the aircraft and its systems (navigation, avionics, radio, hydraulics, etc.) using C, C++, Python, or Ada in Linux environments.

  • Actively participate in all formal product development phases.

  • Interface the developed software models with physical simulator hardware and components, performing end-to-end system integration testing and performance validation.
  • Ensure that delivered simulation products strictly comply with international safety, quality, and performance standards required by Airbus and defense industry regulations.

SKILLS

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

  • Education: Aeronautical, Telecommunication, Software or Industrial Engineering degree or a related discipline.
  • Experience: At least 5 years of previous experience.
  • Soft skills : High adaptability to work on new topics, new business and in a networking mode.
  • Languages: Advanced level in English.
  • Technical knowledge : programming in C, C++, Python, ADA, Linux, QT
  • Valuable / Nice to have: Case tools, GIT, SVN, CI/CD

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:
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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