Job Description:
An opportunity for a Hydraulics & Actuation Systems Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).
The selected candidate will join the Hydraulics and Actuation Team within Airbus Defence and Space. The team is responsible for developing complex aircraft systems, including hydraulic system modifications, Large Weapon Bay (LWB) actuation systems, and EO/IR turret deploying systems for the Military Derivatives programs.
The jobholder will reinforce the department by taking part in the definition, design, supplier management, and integration of complex actuation and hydraulic systems to ensure successful certification and operation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The main tasks of the jobholder will be:
- Coordinate internal and external workpackages, program planning, and development plans for the Military Derivatives actuation and hydraulic systems.
- Define overall system architectures and designs for LWB actuation, ATA29 hydraulics, and EO/IR lift systems.
- Manage technical interfaces with flight physics, airframe, control/monitoring, and transversal teams (safety and certification).
- Specify actuation equipment and EO/IR lift systems, lead supplier selection, and coordinate supplier activities.
- Define system requirements, installation requirements (including rigging), and system-level Validation & Verification (V&V) strategies.
- Execute overall system simulations and support test definition across laboratories, ground tests, and flight tests.
SKILLS
Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to know you:
- Education: Aeronautical or Industrial Engineering degree or a related discipline.
- Experience: At least 5 to 10 years of professional experience in aircraft systems engineering, program management, or team coordination.
- Soft skills: High adaptability to work on new topics, new business, and in a networking mode.
- Languages: Advanced level in English & Spanish (both written & spoken).
- Technical knowledge: Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems, mechanical systems, aircraft certification processes, and V&V testing means.
- Valuable / Nice to have: Knowledge of Airbus procedures (commercial and/or Defence and Space) and program management experience will be valued.
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.
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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 GmbHEmployment Type:
Permanent-------
Experience Level:
ProfessionalJob Family:
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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
- Aeronautical or Industrial Engineering degree, or a related discipline
- At least 5 to 10 years of professional experience in aircraft systems engineering, program management, or team coordination
- Advanced written and spoken English
- Advanced written and spoken Spanish
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems
- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems
- Knowledge of aircraft certification processes
- Knowledge of verification and validation testing methods
- Adaptability to new topics, new business, and networking-based work
- Knowledge of Airbus commercial or Defence and Space procedures
- Program management experience
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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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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.
