Job Description:
An opportunity for an Electrical & Wiring Manufacturing Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).
The selected candidate will join the Manufacturing Engineering (ME) Team within the MRTT (Multi Role Tanker Transport) Program. Our multidisciplinary engineering team interfaces directly between Design Office and Production, driving the industrial conversion of civil A330-200 aircraft into world-class tanker variants across all MRTT Final Assembly Lines (FALs).
You will reinforce our industrialization and shop-floor enablement activities, playing a decisive role in defining robust industrial sequences, testing solutions, and technical dossier creation for electrical harnesses, wiring installations, and aircraft systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Industrialize Electrical & Wiring Dossiers: Define and deliver integrated Manufacturing Dossiers, technical wiring check job cards, and work orders across Series, Retrofit, Working Parties, and FTB (Flight Test Bed) aircraft.
- Lead Production & Workshop Enablement: Support the electrical workshop (TPAP) and aircraft assembly lines (AG-2) with harness and control unit reworks, off-aircraft/on-aircraft troubleshooting, and automated wiring test data generation.
- Resolve Technical Nonconformities (NCs): Investigate shop-floor discrepancies, author actionable nonconformity resolutions (HNCs), track design engineering changes (ERCs), and implement corrective job cards to eliminate bottlenecks.
- Define Test Tooling & Industrial Means: Specify, adapt, and validate electrical test equipment, tooling, and PDU emissions in direct collaboration with the Test Means department.
- Drive Design-to-Manufacturing Concurrence: Partner with the Design Office and external suppliers in model revisions (including F927 and wiring reviews) to integrate industrial constraints early into product definitions.
- Foster Continuous Improvement & EHS: Implement Lean manufacturing standards, line balancing, and digital tool optimization, actively participating in SQCDP panels while strictly upholding environmental, health, and safety regulations.
SKILLS
Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to know you:
- Education: Aerospace, Telecommunications or Industrial Engineering degree,with deep knowledge of electrical systems/installations.
- Experience: At least 2-3 years of proven experience in Manufacturing Engineering specialised in wiring, within the aerospace, defense, automotive, or naval sectors.
- Soft skills:
- Strong team spirit and collaborative mindset across cross-functional organizations, positive and constructive approach to conflict resolution, accountability, and strong KPI/performance focus.
- Highly motivated, proactive, and result-oriented mindset, with a strong enthusiasm and commitment to the role.
- Languages: Advanced / Professional level in English & Spanish (both written & spoken).
- Technical knowledge: In-depth understanding of manufacturing and wiring processes, Lean Manufacturing principles, and root-cause analysis methodologies. Proficiency in CAD/CAM and engineering tools (such as CATIA, SAP, EPD, Sidie, or SNT or similar).
- Valuable / Nice to have:
- Previous manufacturing engineering experience in electrical systems or EWIS within the aerospace industry.
- Working knowledge of automated continuity measurement systems and electrical test equipment.
- Hybrid working model: On-site presence is essential for this role due to close collaboration with manufacturing operations; remote work is limited to a maximum of 1 fixed day per week, agreed upon with the manager.
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.
#MYCYM
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:
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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
- Degree in Aerospace, Telecommunications, or Industrial Engineering
- Deep knowledge of electrical systems and installations
- At least 2–3 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience specializing in wiring
- Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or naval sectors
- Advanced or professional English proficiency, written and spoken
- Advanced or professional Spanish proficiency, written and spoken
- In-depth understanding of manufacturing and wiring processes
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
- Knowledge of root-cause analysis methodologies
- Proficiency in CAD/CAM and engineering tools such as CATIA, SAP, EPD, Sidie, or SNT
- Previous manufacturing engineering experience in electrical systems or EWIS within aerospace
- Working knowledge of automated continuity measurement systems and electrical test equipment
- Ability to work primarily on-site, with remote work limited to one fixed day per week
Airbus Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Airbus and has not been reviewed or approved by Airbus.
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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.
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.
