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Fuel, Inerting and Fire Protection Systems Engineer

On-site in Getafe·Full-time·Added 2 days ago (last checked 6 Nov)

Airbus Spain

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Our summary

Work mode
On-site, Getafe
Contract
Permanent, full-time hours
English
Required
Education
University degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

As a successful candidate you will be able to demonstrate some or all of the following skills and competencies:

  • Engineering Degree
  • Working knowledge of Modelling tools (Matlab, SIMULINK, SCADE, Amesim, etc.)
  • Experience in Hydromechanical systems is mandatory.
  • Negotiation level in English (both written and verbal).

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.

Nice to have

  • Experience in Aerospace Systems Controls and Monitoring is desirable.
  • Experience in Data Analytics is desirable.
  • Experience in Aerospace Hydromechanical Systems is desirable.

The role

Our team holds the responsibility on Fuel, Inerting and Fire Protection Systems of our legacy and under-development military platforms (e.g., A400M, C295, Eurofighter, MRTT, EuroDrone, SiRTAP, Saeta II). Along with them, Research, Technology and Development remain a core obligation to sustain, improve and evolve our current portfolio of products as well as our future developments.

The responsibility of our team spans through the complete life cycle of our systems, from earliest conceptual steps to continuous development and in-service fleet support, under all Systems Engineering stages. Thus system conceptual definition, detailed physical design, performance analysis, functional breakdown and implementation in control and monitoring architectures, systems certification and qualification, testing, requirements validation and verification, data reduction and analysis, maintenance and operational concepts - all of them are our tasks.

These activities need usually to be performed with a holistic mindset in their relationship with other sister, supplier and higher level ("system of systems") instances, highly integrated with other stakeholders from which (and to whom) demands need to be accounted for.

Finally, in the current context of transformation and digitalization, skilful applicants are expected to be fluent and familiar with typical Systems Engineering processes and methods, notably MBSE (Model Based Systems Engineering).

The environment and context under which these activities are performed, demand flexible, open and adaptable responses, but also offer the opportunity to grow (and help peers grow) professionally in a number of different contexts and disciplines.

What you'll do

In the frame of our portfolio products (Eurofighter, C295, A400M, SiRTAP, Saeta II, Airbus Military Derivatives), the successful applicant main tasks and responsibilities will include:

  • Contribute to the definition of Fuel, Inerting & Fire Protection Systems architecture.
  • Allocation of functions, requirements, performance and integrity level for the subsystems and equipment.
  • Systems, subsystems and equipment specification definition, under the frame of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
  • Hydromechanic, functional, performance and thermal modelling of system behaviour along with individual system components.
  • Liaison with external partners, vendors and suppliers for the specification of products and followup of industrial and documentary deliverables.
  • Liaison with various groups within Airbus: Flight Test, Safety, Chief Engineer's Office, Programs, Airworthiness, Customer Support, MAP / FAL on-site, Procurement.
  • Elaborating relevant documentation for airworthiness, certification and qualification purposes.
  • Elaborating technical reports and analysis on functional, performance, control and monitoring, zonal safety and physical installation.
  • Support to testing activities: definition of test requirements, support for test execution, test tracking and test reporting (rig, aircraft ground and aircraft flight testing).
  • Analysis of occurrences (In-service fleet, Continuous Airworthiness Support, Equipment Obsolescence) and evaluation of consequences and mitigations.

How you'll work

Employment Type: Permanent

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

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

Company: Airbus Defence and Space SAU

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Fluid & Hydromechanics, Thermal

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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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