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Flight Test Ground Station Software Developer Eurodrone Program

On-site in Getafe·Full-time·Added 5 days ago (last checked 26 Oct)

Airbus Spain

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Work mode: On-site, Getafe
Contract: Full-time
English: Required
Experience: 4+ years
Education: University degree

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Requirements

What we're looking for

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

At least 4 years of professional experience in a similar position.
Educated to degree level in Engineering.
Experience developing agile software and high performance software in several languages. Specially C++/Python/.Net C#/JAVA is required
Use of AI for increase the productivity
Very good adaption to software new architectures specially focused in the migration from Desktop to Cloud on premise solutions.
Integration with CI/CD Environments
English Profesional Level required.
Entrepreneurial Spirit

The candidate will work in a multinational and multicultural team requiring negotiation capabilties and very good communication skills.

Nice to have

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.

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

A vacancy for a Flight Test Ground Station Software Developer has arisen within Airbus Defence & Space. The successful applicant will join Flight Test Ground Station Department.

What you'll do

Flight Test Ground Station is the department responsible for the Ground HW and Ground and Onboard SW means required for perform the flight test activity. On addition is responsible for the IT Systems and general software in the Test Center Organization.

One of the key activities to perform is develop software applications for Flight Test Ground Station and Test Frameworks. Additionally some industralization of tools are requested from the Test Center

Your main tasks and responsibilities will include:

Knowledge in Flight Test Management Tools
Software Development for programming in a multiplatform environment.
Web-Based development of new software architectures including cloud-based applications.
Architecture and design of the future evolution of the SW
Coordination of the activities trasnationally and in the generation of a new framework for Test Data Analysis.
Integration of activities and coordination with the Flight Test Means Integrator and the Test Center Integrator.
Participation of the activities related with development, product ownership and final customer.
Generation of a development framework to evolve the configuration for software according new equipments and requirements.

How you'll work

Permanent

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Hiring process

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

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

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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