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Airbus • Manching, Germany

System Architect for Mission Systems

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

Job Description:

In order to support the Eurofighter and New Generation Fighter System Design Team, Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a

System Architect for Mission Systems (d/f/m)

Joining the Mission Systems Center of Competence in Manching, you will support the medium- and long-term Avionic and Mission System product development for Eurofighter and Future Combat Air System.

You will translate customer needs into concrete product visions while pushing boundaries to explore capabilities beyond current capabilities. The team develops a product vision/new concepts based on the knowledge of current customer needs and also proactively explores new operational capabilities beyond existing requirements. The team assesses existing and emerging technologies in the market as well within Airbus. It also analyzes civil and military standards which might drive changes into the system. It develops new technologies if concepts cannot be realized otherwise. A strong exchange with other Airbus Divisions is required to guarantee a cross-platform approach.

Your location

Located about an hour’s drive north of Munich, Manching is an up-and-coming market town that offers a wide range of leisure and cultural activities. Here, you can enjoy the quality of life in the countryside while the pleasures of near-by cities are still within easy reach.

Our Benefits for You

  • Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits, such as company pension schemes, mobility offers (e.g., bike leasing), or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines.
  • Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35-hour week); work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.
  • Growth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives.
  • Feel Good at Work: On-site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses, preventive care, etc.), canteen and cafeteria, and local childcare facilities at selected locations.
  • Diversity Connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA.

Your tasks and responsibilities

  • Identify stakeholders and capture their needs and expectations.
  • Define and validate requirements whilst considering the full System Life Cycle.
  • Design and define possible architectures, in collaboration with subject matter experts, based on the requirements.
  • Perform trade-off analysis in order to select the best solution fulfilling the requirements.
  • Understand and assess the impact of design changes requested during the entire product lifecycle.
  • Work independently and responsibly as part of an international team and in a multinational project environment.

Desired skills and qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline.
  • 5+ years of professional experience in Systems or Software Engineering, Testing, or Equipment Engineering.
  • In-depth knowledge of Systems Engineering lifecycle methodologies, architectural frameworks, and MBSE principles.
  • Hands-on experience in requirements management and system modeling using IBM DOORS and Cameo.
  • Background in system architecture (defense or high-complexity non-defense domain) alongside experience in R&T (Research & Technology) initiatives.
  • Strong analytical mindset, proactive collaborative spirit in international team environments, and fluent English skills.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.

Take your career to a new level and apply online now!

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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 GmbH

Employment Type:
Permanent
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Experience Level:
Professional

Job Family:
Chief Engineering & Architecture

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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