Job Description:
Division / Location
Division: Flight and Integration Testing
Location: Bangalore, India
Role Purpose:
The Lead Engineer is responsible for confirming and supporting the safe, reliable, and effective operation of Airbus product features and functions across sub-system, system, and aircraft levels. This role utilizes ground-based test rigs and rigorous analysis of ground and flight data. The lead will also drive system maturity by exploring and implementing advanced validation techniques, while simultaneously providing strategic leadership for the testing team.
Main Responsibilities:
Leadership & Management: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of flight control engineers. Foster a culture of technical excellence, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
Project Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of testing projects. Define strategy, resource allocation, and scheduling to ensure all program milestones and deadlines are achieved with technical precision.
Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders. Communicate test progress, technical risks, and system behavior insights effectively to ensure alignment with broader business and program objectives.
System Testing Strategy: Understand and define system testing methods, strategies, and planning. Oversee the writing of test procedures, execution, data recording, and defect classification.
Analysis & Reporting: Utilize appropriate tools to perform real-time analysis, supporting flight tests and identifying defects. Produce comprehensive Flight Test Report Analysis.
Innovation & Automation: Drive the innovation of value-added testing techniques, including automated testing, virtual testing, and Big Data Analysis to eliminate the cost of non-quality.
Documentation: Review and validate design specification documents such as System Description Documents (SDD), System Integration Documents (SID), and Interface Control Document (ICD).
Essential Qualifications:
B.Tech. or M.Tech. in Electronics/Avionics or equivalent.
8-12 years of experience in Avionics systems V&V or development.
Deep understanding of Avionics Systems Engineering, Flight Management Systems, and Flight Controls.
Strong knowledge of Indicating & Recording systems, Guidance, Navigation, and Control.
Desired Characteristics / Skills:
Leadership Skills: Proven ability to build and manage technical teams, alongside strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Project & Stakeholder Skills: Demonstrated capability in managing project lifecycles, meeting strict deadlines, and successfully navigating stakeholder expectations.
Technical Expertise: Strong background in Avionics System Integration strategy, multi-system/multi-function testing, and analytical problem-solving.
Tools: Experience with Matlab, Virtual Test Means, and Engineering model simulation tools.
Soft Skills: Proven team player with an enthusiasm for aviation and autonomous working capabilities.
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 India Private LimitedEmployment Type:
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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
- B.Tech. or M.Tech. in Electronics/Avionics or equivalent
- 8-12 years experience in Avionics systems V&V or development
- Deep understanding of Avionics Systems Engineering, Flight Management Systems, and Flight Controls
- Strong knowledge of Indicating & Recording systems, Guidance, Navigation, and Control
- Proven ability to build and manage technical teams (leadership skills)
- Project lifecycle management and stakeholder communication skills
- Experience with Matlab, Virtual Test Means, and engineering model simulation tools
- Experience in automated testing, virtual testing, and Big Data analysis for validation
- Proven team player, enthusiasm for aviation, and ability to work autonomously
Airbus Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
Airbus Insights
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.
