Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, specializing in the design, manufacture, and delivery of commercial aircraft, military transports, helicopters, and space systems. As one of the world's largest aerospace companies, it employs over 130,000 people globally and operates as a cornerstone of European industrial collaboration and technological innovation. Spain plays a vital role in Airbus's global operations, hosting major production and engineering centers in Getafe, Seville, and Cádiz. The company is a major employer for international talent in Spain, offering a multicultural work environment where English is the primary language for technical and management roles, alongside comprehensive relocation support for specialized engineering positions.

Airbus was established in 1970 as a European consortium to challenge the dominance of American aerospace manufacturers. It grew through the integration of major national aerospace companies from France, Germany, the UK, and Spain, including the merger with Spain's CASA in 1999.

Armament Integration Engineer

Airbus Spain

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Job Description:

An opportunity for an Armament Integration Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Main Tasks will be related to Development of Armament Systems and Equipment and Armament integration activities in FCAS, including:

To identify the activities of the entire life cycle (from concept development, to operational deployment and operations, until retirement) that are necessary to develop a system/product and provide the level of confidence which is consistent with regulation and program requirements.
Perform trade-off analysis in order to select the best solution fulfilling the requirements.
Validate architecture.
Lead analysis (e.g. performance).
Define and manage interfaces requirements.
To perform Impact analysis for Armament (current and future) integration in FCAS. Size operational aircraft with regard to systems and armament under Airbus Spain responsibility.
To define checkpoints and reviews with associated maturity expectation aligned with program phases and gates.
To define applicable requirements and implications at system, subsystem, and/or equipment level.
To define new Low Obserbability conepts for armament carriage, in cooperation with suppliers and partners.
To define Armament Control System / Stores Management System, Weapon Bay and Carriage Systems architecture and components in cooperation with suppliers and partners.
To define engagement fire control and weapon guidance requirements for functional implementation in ground rigs and air platforms
Supplier management.
Preparation and assessment of Safety documentation.
Development of system test benches.
Definition of ground and flight test requirements for NGF demonstrator.

SKILLS

Educated to Aeronautical or Industrial Engineering degree or a related discipline
Experience in Aircraft Systems Integration.
Experience in Armament carriage equipments integration will be a plus.
Languages: Advanced level in English.
Soft skills: High adaptability to work on new topics, new business and in a networking mode.

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 subject to working calendar/home location.
Benefits such as life insurance, 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.
Option to access 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 SAU

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Vehicle Mission & Control

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