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Airbus • Getafe, Spain

System Engineer (Military Derivatives)

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

Job Description:

An opportunity for a Systems Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid). The jobholder will join the Engineering Department TADMO6 (Tanker and L&M A/C Mission Support Systems solutions).

We develop and maintain mission support and planning systems for different Military Aircraft platforms. Our mission support systems enable operation, evaluation and development of military aircraft, especially in the context of mission planning.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful applicant will be responsible for the following tasks:

  • Carry out all system engineering tasks throughout the life cycle of our development projects, which includes system concept definition, system design, requirements engineering, system test & qualification.
  • Be responsible for the scope and quality of the assigned tasks considering all aspects like feasibility, reusability, system optimization, maintainability, safety, technical performance, interface design, risks and opportunities.
  • Take part in test definition and execution.
  • Ensure transfer of contracted capabilities and customer requirements into system and product requirements, focusing on customer satisfaction and full compliance with rules and regulations.
  • Support to and participate in Customer meetings and workshops.
  • Provide In Service Support to our systems deployed in military bases, answering technical queries and planning updates.

SKILLS

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

  • Education: University degree in a technical domain, e.g., aeronautics, computer science, telecommunications engineering or equivalent.
  • Experience: 5+ years of experience in system or software development, with deep knowledge of methods and tools (e.g. DOORS).
    • Experience in working with Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence, Bamboo) and DOORS preferable.
    • Mission planning systems, mission systems experience is an advantage.
  • Languages: Advanced level in English & Spanish (both written & spoken).
  • Soft skills: Team player, good communication skills and proactive mindset.

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, promoting the work-life balance.
  • Collective transport service in some sites.
  • Benefits such as 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.
  • Special rates in products & benefits.

#MYCYM

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:
Vehicle Mission & Control

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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