Job Description:
Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a highly experienced (10+ years) flight services support position in Getafe, Madrid (Spain).
The candidate must:
- Provide support for all Airbus Defence and Space flight activities execution (test areas, overflight permits, ATC, routes, flight plans, PPR,
slots, weather, NOTAM, EFB and documentation updates, handling, fuel orders, special requirements and authorizations, etc.), strictly
enforcing flight safety, efficiency and compliance will all applicable laws and regulations (Spanish and international).
- Elaborate, optimize and communicate flight tests planning.
- Prepare and manage flight tests dispatch. Insure availability of flight tests documentation (including on board and regulatory flight authorizations).
- Follow-up tests execution to support efficiency, maturity and safety.
- Prepare and coordinate all the aspects of a test campaign.
- Be able to operate test means for flight test support (telemetry, radio, …).
- Screen and optimize test requests, planning, support readiness for test execution in close relation with stakeholders and follow-up flight
tests-related certification documentation.
- Support flight crewmembers in acquiring and maintaining appropriate licenses, qualification and currency (previous experience with Airbus
Defence and Space internal procedures)
- Support flight services invoice processing and controlling through in-company SAP tools.
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 SAUEmployment Type:
Permanent-------
Experience Level:
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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 [email protected].
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.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of experience in flight services support
- Proven experience with Airbus Defence and Space internal procedures
- Ability to operate test means for flight test support (telemetry, radio)
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive in several locations, including medical, dental, and vision options available from day one in the U.S. Access to life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance/wellbeing support adds breadth to the health offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is framed as a meaningful part of the package through plans such as a 401(k) with company matching in the U.S. These programs strengthen long-term financial security beyond base wages.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are described as generous in some settings, including vacation availability from day one and extended holiday coverage. Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options further increase the perceived value of time-related benefits.
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What We Do
Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2020, it generated revenues of €49.9 billion and employed a workforce of around 130,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry and a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. We believe that it’s not just what we make, but how we make it that counts; promoting responsible, sustainable and inclusive business practices and acting with integrity. Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place, on the ground, in the sky and in space.
