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.

Senior PLM Business Analyst

Airbus Spain

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Job Description:

An opportunity for a Senior PLM Business Analyst has arisen within Airbus Operations SL, Getafe (Madrid).

The selected candidate will join the Digital & Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Team, playing a pivotal role in optimizing our Technical Data Management (TDM) solutions. This position is central to the digital transformation of our aircraft programs, specifically focusing on A320 and A330 platform.

As a key interface between business stakeholders and Digital teams, you will act as the bridge that translates complex aerospace engineering needs into high-impact PLM solutions. Our mission is to drive efficiency, ensure data integrity, and foster innovation in aircraft design through state-of-the-art digital tools.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead Stakeholder Engagement: Orchestrate workshops and collaboration sessions with diverse business units to gather, analyze, and document detailed functional and non-functional PLM requirements.
Engineering Technical Specifications: Translate complex business needs into actionable user stories, use cases, and technical specifications for system enhancements and new implementations.
Drive Solution Lifecycle: Collaborate closely with IT Architects and Development teams from conceptual design through to deployment, ensuring solutions align with the overarching digital strategy.
Process Optimization: Perform in-depth analysis of existing PLM processes (TDM, PDM, BOM Management) to identify bottlenecks and propose innovative improvements in workflow efficiency.
Quality Assurance & Strategic Advice: Develop comprehensive test plans to ensure software quality and act as a Subject Matter Expert on industry trends and emerging PLM technologies.

SKILLS
Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to knowing you:

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical/business discipline.
Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years as a Business Analyst, with a heavy focus on PLM systems (e.g., Dassault Systèmes, Siemens Teamcenter, or PTC Windchill) in large-scale enterprise environments.
Soft skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging both technical developers and senior business stakeholders in an international environment.
Languages: Proficiency in English (Advanced/C1). Spanish language skills are a significant advantage.
Technical knowledge: Expertise in requirement gathering (BPMN, User Stories), data modeling, and deep understanding of product development processes (Change & Configuration Management).
Valuable / Nice to have: Proven track record in the Aerospace or Automotive industry and familiarity with both Agile/Scrum and Waterfall methodologies.

WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AN 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 and employee stock options.
Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance.
Collective transport service subject to working calendar/home location.
Comprehensive Benefits: Life insurance, health insurance, retirement plan, or study grants.
On-site facilities: Free canteen, kindergarten, and medical office.
Upskilling & Development: Excellent opportunities to grow within a multicultural and world-leading aerospace environment.

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 Operations SL

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Digital

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