Job Description:
An opportunity for a Mission Systems SW Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid). The Mission System SW Department develops advanced onboard software designed to manage inputs and data from various sensors, weapons, avionics, and datalinks, providing an enriched tactical picture to pilots and operators on the aircraft. The selected candidate will join an experienced, highly motivated, and cooperative team where your experience and technical knowledge will be key to understanding diverse system needs. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to develop your professional career within military platforms, participating directly in the definition, implementation, and evolution of future mission systems software architectures to be developed over the coming years, while continuing to deliver high value to our current global customers.
RESPONSIBILITIESDesign, implement, and verify software components to be delivered into development, integration rigs, and aircraft environments.
Evolve the overall software and deployment architecture to adapt current mission software products to new customer requirements.
Integrate developed software into specific aircraft mission computers along with the operating systems and drivers provided by equipment suppliers.
Execute software verification activities, including unit testing, software/hardware integration, black-box testing, and non-regression testing.
Collaborate within an Agile framework to ensure the complete Software Development Cycle meets quality standards and project timelines.
Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to knowing you:
Education: Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience: At least 2 to 3 years of professional experience across the full Software Development Cycle (Requirements, Design, Implementation, Validation & Verification).
Technical knowledge: Strong proficiency in C++ language, QT/QML graphic libraries, and network protocols (Ethernet, ARP, IP, UDP/TCP) using network analyzers like Wireshark.
Soft skills: Strong capacity to understand complex system needs, a cooperative mindset, team spirit, and high motivation to learn and grow.
Languages: Advanced level in English.
Valuable / Nice to have: Knowledge of communication buses (A429, RS422, 1553, AFDX), installation/administration of SUSE Linux (or other distributions), and Agile methodologies (SCRUM, KANBAN, SAFe).
Specific Requirement: Due to the nature of our work with classified programs inside our department, only Spanish citizens will be considered.
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.
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:
Entry LevelJob 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
- Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline
- 2 to 3 years professional experience across full Software Development Cycle (requirements, design, implementation, verification)
- Strong proficiency in C++
- Experience with QT/QML graphic libraries
- Knowledge of network protocols: Ethernet, ARP, IP, UDP, TCP
- Experience using network analyzers such as Wireshark
- Advanced level of English
- Spanish citizenship (only Spanish citizens will be considered)
- Knowledge of communication buses (A429, RS422, 1553, AFDX)
- Installation/administration experience with SUSE Linux or other Linux distributions
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies (SCRUM, KANBAN, SAFe)
- Ability to integrate software into aircraft mission computers and work with operating systems and device drivers
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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.
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