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Flight Ops Tools Performance Engineer

On-site in Getafe·Full-time·Added 19 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Airbus Spain

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Full-time

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The role

The job holder will join a team of A/C Performance Engineers for the mission of developing and maintaining the full set of A/C Performance tools (EFB, PEP, PAADMIN) as well as supporting the Customers and end-users (Pilots, A/C Performance Engineers, Mission Planners and Flight Test).

The activity will cover and may vary between four main programs: A400M, A330 MRTT and C295/CN235 platforms.

What you'll do

  1. Accountabilities

The job holder will have the following main accountabilities:

  • Manage the development of Aircraft Performance Tools for Military transport A/C, including Electronic Flight Bag (Flysmart, LTA+ and future SW), Performance Engineer Program (PEP) and Performance Administration Tool (PAADMIN) with the associated development team.

  • Support the development of Aircraft performance data on Flight Operations Manuals: Flight Crew Operating Manual (FCOM) and Aircraft Performance Data Manual (APD).

  • Customer support: response to customer queries related to A/C performance operational queries, Performance tools and Electronic Flight Bag.

  • Provide Aircraft Performance expertise for Training and Flight Operations organization (TAST) for all present and future programs.

  • Report to Flight Operations Aircraft Performance Responsible inside the organization on the activities, risks and issues for Flight Operations Aircraft Performance under his/her responsibilities.

  1. Main activities
  • Develop customer Services Performance Tools inside TASTO31 scope and with the associated stakeholders (Navblue, Airbus Customer Services Performance Department, Design Office Performance department, Software development organizations), including Software Requirements definition, Development follow-up, Testing and delivery to customers.

  • Management (development and inclusion) of the Aircraft performance data in Flight Operations Manuals (Aircraft Performance Data Manual (APD) and Flight Crew Operating Manual (FCOM) following the associated regulations and in liaison with related engineering departments

  • Answer to customer queries on Aircraft performance and on the use of the Performance tools.

  • Contribute to SW development transversal projects with the competences and know-how as required.

  • Support to other internal departments such as Design Office, Mission Planning and Flight test teams.

  • Support the development of Flight Operations Services, and deliver on-time/cost/quality the Flight Operations services contracted by the Customers in accordance with the requirements defined by the Programmes directives. Specifically support Flight Operations on-site teams service (training of new personnel and remote support when requested).

  • Work with Airbus Commercial France, particularly with Airbus Customer Services (STLG) and Design Offices, Software development contractor, Flight Test and others, for such activities.

  • Manage subcontracted work-packages allocated to the department for Flight Operations Aircraft Performance.

  • Manage the right balance between cost and quality for each product to ensure that the cost-targets are always met to the satisfaction of the Programmes requirements.

  • Manage the risks to the projects' successful outcome: Identify risks and define and implement mitigations plans.

  • Maintain customer relations and support training material and deliveries on Flight Operations Aircraft Performance.

  • Reports Flight Operations Aircraft Performance Responsible inside TASTO31 on defined activities performance.

How you'll work

Permanent

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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.

Experience Level

Professional

Customer Flight/Mission & Ops Support

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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About the company & team

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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.

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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.

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