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Eurodrone Ground Support Equipment Engineer

Hybrid in Getafe·Full-time·Added 3 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Airbus Spain

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Getafe
Contract
Full-time
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required
Benefits
Private health insurance, life insurance

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Fluent English/Spanish (oral, written)
  • Strong team working with and open mind-set
  • Good verbal and communication skills
  • Flexibility (work in different environments, ready to travel and work in multinational teams)
  • Creativity to come up with new ideas

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year
  • Attractive salary.
  • Hybrid model of working when possible.
  • 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.

The role

A new position for a GSE (Ground Support Equipment) Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defense & Space in Getafe (Madrid area). GSE is a department with a high growth potential that several young colleagues have joined in the last two years.

The position will be focused on Eurodrone programme, but will also tackle with the rest of the combat programs under the department responsibility: SIRTAP, Eurofighter and FCAS (Future Combat Air System)

GSE is an engineering department in charge of the identification, design, development and validation on aircraft of all ground support equipment needed for the operation and maintenance of the aircrafts in the customer operations.

Additionally, it also provides technical support to the Customer in the daily use of the GSEs at the Air Bases.

GSE is a key activity for the company as our equipment are used every day in every aircraft and in all Customers around the world.

The position is part of the Services Organization (TAS) within Airbus Defence and Space, and in particular in TASSE6 (Ground Support Equipment)

What you'll do

  • Preparation of GSE Technical Specifications
  • Technical support to supplier selection
  • Design follow-up
  • Prototype Manufacturing follow-up
  • Validation of the equipment on the aircraft
  • Qualification and Compatibility Tests

Other tasks to be performed

  • Preparation of GSE recommendations for the Customers.
  • Evaluations (Site Surveys) of the Customer existing capabilities concerning GSE
  • Provide technical assistance to the Customers
  • Support on installation and commissioning of GSEs at customer MOB
  • Analysis of A/C modification and the impact on developed GSEs

Employment Type

Permanent

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Experience Level

Entry Level

Customer Eng.&Technical Support&Services

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.

In their own words

About the company & team

Airbus Defence and Space SAU

Additional information

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.

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.

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