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Engineering Quality Manager UAS and EuroDrone

Hybrid in Getafe·Full-time·Added 1 month ago (last checked 4 Oct)

Airbus Spain

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Getafe
Contract
Full-time
English
Required
Other languages
German
Education
University degree
Benefits
Private health insurance

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Skills

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

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.

The role

As Engineering Quality Manager (EQM) UAS and EuroDrone at Airbus Defence and Space, you are responsible for ensuring product quality throughout the entire engineering lifecycle of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and the EuroDrone program. You ensure compliance with quality and development standards, processes, and regulations, contributing significantly to the delivery of reliable and safe products

What you'll do

Quality & Process Assurance:

  • Ensure compliance with aerospace and development standards such as EN 9100, ARP4754, DO-178C, and DO-254

  • Support development, certification, and airworthiness activities in accordance with EMAR Part 21/145

  • Plan and execute audits, process assurance reviews, and quality gates

  • Drive preventive quality measures (Right-First-Time, APQP, FMEA)

Engineering Quality Activities:

  • Monitor requirements traceability and ensure proper allocation of quality requirements

  • Support and assess technical reviews and process assurance activities

  • Collaborating with development, systems engineering, and test teams to integrate quality throughout the entire product development process

  • Train and raise awareness among the EuroDrone community regarding quality requirements and processes.

  • Support tool qualification and verification/testing activities

  • Ensure conformity documentation and audit readiness

  • Facilitate peer reviews and track quality findings

System, Software & Hardware Assurance:

  • Ensure compliant system, software, and hardware plans and development processes

  • Monitor software lifecycle and compliance with DO-178C

  • Ensure hardware process compliance with DO-254

  • Manage non-conformities, deviations, and configuration control

  • Supporting the qualification of suppliers and subcontractors

Documentation and Reporting:

  • Create and maintain process assurance documents such as SyPAP (System Process Assurance Plan), SyPAD (System Process Assurance Dossier), SQAP (Software Quality Assurance Plan), and HPAP (Hardware Process Assurance Plan).

  • Collect and analyze quality data and evidence.

  • Create reports and records for quality assurance activities.

SKILLS

  • Degree in engineering, aerospace engineering, or comparable

  • Several years of professional experience in quality management, preferably in the military aerospace environment

  • Sound knowledge of quality management standards (e.g., EN 9100, AQAP 2310),

  • Experience with process assurance, software quality assurance, and hardware quality assurance.
    Knowledge of relevant standards and regulations (e.g., ARP4754A, DO-178, DO-330, DO-254).

  • Knowledge of relevant military aviation regulations (e.g., EMAR Part 21/145) would be a plus

  • Experience with Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and/or large-scale aviation programmes is an advantage.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

  • Ability to understand and interpret complex technical information.

  • Knowledge of conducting audits and reviews.

  • Ability to work independently and structured

  • Fluent English skills in speaking and writing. German or Spanish skills would be a plus

Employment Type

Permanent

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Experience Level

Professional

Job Family

Quality Assurance

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
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 emsom@airbus.com.

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.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviewsa task to doseveral weeks in all
  1. Apply online

  2. Screening and preselection · With Talent Acquisition team

  3. Call or short video interview

    With Talent Acquisition team

    Selected applicants are offered a call or a short video interview.

  4. Technical test, case study or online assessment

    Not every role

    Some roles include technical tests, case studies or online assessments.

  5. Business interviews

    With business team and Talent Acquisition team

    One or more interviews with the business team and Talent Acquisition, in person or by video; HR, technical and competency-based discussions.

  6. Offer and onboarding · With Human Resources

  • The process may take several weeks.
  • Recorded video interviews, where used, are reviewed by a human.

About Airbus Spain

Airbus is a global leader in aerospace, manufacturing commercial aircraft, helicopters, and defense and space systems. With its headquarters in Toulouse, France, Airbus operates across multiple countries and employs over 130,000 people worldwide. The company is known for its commercial aircraft families like the A320 and A350, as well as its military programs such as the Eurofighter and Eurodrone.

In Spain, Airbus has a significant presence with major sites in Getafe, Madrid, and other locations, focusing on defense, space, and aerostructures. The Spanish operations are integral to Airbus's military aircraft programs and engineering excellence. For international professionals, Airbus Spain offers opportunities in a multicultural environment, with roles in engineering, IT, and manufacturing. The company supports relocation and provides a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration.

Industry
Aerospace
Founded
1970
Employees
100,000–150,000
Headquarters
Toulouse, France
In Spain
Getafe, Madrid, Seville
Website
airbus.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Airbus Spain has major engineering and manufacturing sites in Getafe, Madrid, and Seville, offering opportunities in defense and aeronautics.
  • The company offers structured graduate programs like the 'Discover' and 'Master' internships, which are open to international candidates.
  • Airbus supports relocation for international hires, including visa assistance and integration support.
  • Spain is a key hub for Airbus's military aircraft programs, including the Eurofighter and A400M, providing unique career opportunities.
  • Airbus Spain has a multicultural work environment, with English as a common working language in many teams.

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