Systems Engineer (Spain)

Job Description

Based in Madrid in Spain

Security Clearance: Spanish Citizen or dual national

Must speak fluent Spanish with fluency in English (C1 Level)

Salary: depending on experience

Homeworking: 5 days per month

Security Clearance: Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to 2000€(based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Calendar: Good calendar conditions
• Private Medical Insurance: Eligible employees are enrolled as standard into the company funded Private Medical Insurance benefit.
• Other benefits: Meal vouchers and Life Insurance.

The opportunity:

Are you passionate about complex defence systems, cutting-edge technology, and international collaboration?

MBDA España is looking for a Systems Engineer to join our Technical Team in Madrid, supporting the definition, development and integration of current and next-generation Air Defence Weapon Systems.

In this role, you will work at the heart of system design and integration, contributing to the delivery of advanced defence capabilities that meet national operational requirements while leveraging state-of-the-art technology.

You will collaborate with customers, international partners, and subcontractors, building strong technical relationships and helping shape innovative system solutions within a truly multinational environment.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to the definition, development and integration of advanced Air Defence weapon systems
• Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and modern product development tools
• Lead or support system studies, trade-off analyses and technical assessments
• Participate in system certification activities and design verification
• Develop and manage interface control documentation (ICDs)
• Support environmental engineering activities from requirements capture through proving and certification
• Work closely with customers, suppliers and international stakeholders throughout the programme lifecycle

What we're looking for from you:

• Experience in engineer systems, sub sub-systems and test and integration programs. Processes and lifecycle. Weapon system knowledge, desirable. (Aircraft Integration, Naval Integration, Ground/Land Integration, Interface Design, System Assessment & Acceptance, Design Verification)
• Determination: day by day problem solving in different system for relevant projects with our Defence Force. Specification and design, systems performance analysis, systems architecture, concepts studies, and systems validation.
• Communication: reporting and co-operation with internal and external partners
• Assertiveness: continually seek ways to maximise on opportunities and improvements
• Qualified in Aeronautic/Aerospacial/Industrial/Telecommunications Engineer or Master Degree equivalent with expertise in mechanical design.
• Spain and European Travel

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

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