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.

Mech. System Design Engineer

Airbus Spain

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Job Description:

A permanent job opportunity has arisen for a "Mechanical Systems Integration & Design Engineer" within Airbus Defence & Space to be based on Getafe
site in Spain. The successful candidate will join the TADAM-2 department at the Combat and UAV area and will be integrated into a multidisciplinary team.

Platforms like Eurofigther, Eurodorne, FCAS or SiRTAP are ander the scope of our work.
The Mechanical System Installation team stands for Quality & Improvement related to Fuel, Hydraulic, Environmental Control System, Equipment integration on aircraft among others.

Come and boost your career with us:
· Opportunities to work directly on live Aircraft and Digital Mock-up
· Opportunities to develop cross-product knowledge (Multiple Platforms)
· Opportunities to develop cross-skill knowledge (Multiple Systems & Structures)
· Opportunities to develop cross-functional knowledge (Multiple Requirements)
· Opportunities in technological activities (Demos Design of Incremental Developments)
· Opportunities to travel (Transnational Design Office and Production Centres)

The main activities of a Mechanical System integration & Design Engineer are related with delivering technical solutions in support of buildind, test and
delivery aircraft:
· Mechanical Systems definition from System Architecture
· Mechanical Components Specification for purchasing
· Mechanical Parts Documentation for Manufacturing
· Mechanical Systems Installation Documentation for assembling
· Interfacing with external partners and suppliers and communicating with corresponding stakeholders in design reviews, test report and Project follow-up
meetings.

Associated competencies to main activities are:
· Systems requirement challenging
· Criteria for systems segregation
· Definition of systems component position
· Components selection, specification and practical application
· Selection of Manufacturing Technologies
· Assembly and Maintainability instructions
· Production and Service Support concurring
· Documents revisión & edition
· KPI Generation, Documentation Plan & Status Report
· Design Manual and Design Principles contributing
· Design & Product improvement activities
· Support cross-program configuration control and cross-functional procedures

Required Competences & Skills
· Degree in Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent

· Fluent in Writing and Spoken English
· Abilities to accept Design delegation
· Motivated, proactive and team dynamic player
· Commited in their own development to learn new skills

Desired Competences & Skills

Knowledge and experience in CATIA and PDM/PLM Tools, as well as the usual back office tools (Office...)
· Knowledge of aircraft systems & structures design
· Knowledge and/or experience in work linked to Aeronautical military projects.
· Professional experience as Engineer / Designer on Fluid Systems Installations (hydraulic, fuel, pneumatics, etc) and Equipment installations (sensor &
antennas, lights and cameras, cockpit installations, etc.)

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:

System Installation

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