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Integration & Test Management (Military Derivatives)

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

Airbus Spain

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Our summary

Work mode
Hybrid, Getafe
Contract
Full-time
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required
Other languages
French
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree
Benefits
Private health insurance

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Education: Aeronautical, Industrial Engineering degree, or a related technical discipline.
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in systems engineering, V&V, aircraft testing, or development programs. Multi-program experience (especially across commercial and defense platforms) is highly valued.
  • Soft skills: Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities, high time-management skills under pressure, structured problem-solving mindset, and high adaptability.
  • Languages: Fluent Spanish & English (both written & spoken). French proficiency is a strong plus.
  • Technical knowledge: In-depth understanding of the V-model development lifecycle, systems V&V processes, test bench definition/operation, Flight Test Instrumentation (FTI), and financial/milestone planning.

Nice to have

  • Valuable / Nice to have: Background in Airbus Commercial programs or mixed commercial/military development; experience dealing with military customer interfaces.

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.
  • 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.

The role

An opportunity for an Integration & Test Management has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).

The selected candidate will join the V&V and Test Strategy Team, leading the overall flight and ground test strategy for key Military Aircraft Programs. Working at the forefront of aircraft development, the team acts as the central interface between the Design Authority, Test Center, Airbus Commercial, and key stakeholders.

The jobholder will drive the complete V&V lifecycle from early development through rig testing, FTI integration, flight test campaigns, and final system certification/qualification.

What you'll do

The main tasks of the jobholder will be:

  • Develop and execute a mature, optimized Simulation & Test Strategy (from concept to certification/qualification) in liaison with the Design Authority, Test Center, and key stakeholders.
  • Define stakeholder requirements, set up structured development processes based on the Vee-model, and manage compliance matrices for civil certification and military acceptance.
  • Lead the definition, development, commissioning, and execution of test rigs/test benches, as well as Flight Test Instrumentation (FTI) for prototype data capture.
  • Coordinate aircraft test bench integration with manufacturing and manage test execution both on ground test setups and aircraft test centers prior to flight campaigns.
  • Drive problem-solving and risk mitigation during high-intensity test campaigns to optimize test execution, control flight hour costs, and adhere to program milestones.
  • Act as the primary technical contact and coordinator across multidisciplinary teams, including Airbus Commercial, external industrial partners and military end-users.

How you'll work

  • Mobility: Willingness to travel frequently to test locations (including short trips for workshops and extended stays/weeks for flight test campaigns). Common frequency: 1 travel per month.

SKILLS

Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to know you:

  • Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance.

Employment Type

Permanent

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Experience Level

Professional

Job Family

Testing

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.

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.

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