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Airbus • Getafe, Spain

Systems Engineer for MFCD

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Job Description

Job Description:

Systems Engineer for MFCD

Company:** Airbus Defence and Space SAU

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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems Engineer to join our team at Airbus Defence and Space SAU. This role will focus on the development, integration, and verification of Multi-Function Control and Display (MFCD) systems for advanced aerospace platforms, ensuring their optimal performance and reliability.

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Job Responsibilities

* Define and analyze system requirements for MFCD components, including hardware, software, and interfaces, based on operational needs and safety standards.
* Develop detailed system architectures, designs, and specifications for MFCD solutions, considering performance, size, weight, power, and cost constraints.
* Support the integration of MFCD systems with other aircraft avionics and mission systems, ensuring communication and data exchange.
* Design and execute comprehensive verification and validation plans for MFCD systems, including test case development, execution, and defect management.
* Analyze test results, identify discrepancies, and collaborate with hardware and software development teams to resolve issues.
* Contribute to the creation and maintenance of technical documentation, including system specifications, design descriptions, test procedures, and reports.
* Participate in formal reviews and audits, presenting technical information and addressing feedback from internal and external stakeholders.
* Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in display systems and human-machine interface (HMI) design.
* Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including project managers, software engineers, hardware engineers, and flight test personnel.

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Job Qualifications

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
* Proven experience (3+ years) in systems engineering within the aerospace or defense industry, with a focus on display or control systems.
* Strong understanding display concepts, technologies, and architectures.
* Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS).

* Proven experience in SCADE
* Strong understanding of industry standards and regulations relevant to aerospace systems (DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A, DO-160, MIL-STD 810).
* Knowledge of HMI principles and display technologies is highly desirable.
* Experience with system integration, testing, and troubleshooting.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.Proficiency in English is required.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

* Experience with PTS definition, equipment qualification and supplier management is essential.
* Experience in equipment interfaces, mainly RS422, Arinc 429, MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet and SDI
* Eligibility to obtain relevant security clearance is required.

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

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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.

Company benefits

Open to part-time employees
Open to job sharing
Annual bonus
Enhanced maternity leave
Open to compressed hours
Accrued annual leave
Sabbaticals
Enhanced sick pay
Adoption leave
Health insurance
Enhanced paternity leave
Family health insurance
Complimentary Medical Services
Referral bonus
Bike parking
Cycle to work scheme
On-site gym
Teambuilding days
In house training
Employee discounts

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