Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, specializing in the design, manufacture, and delivery of commercial aircraft, military transports, helicopters, and space systems. As one of the world's largest aerospace companies, it employs over 130,000 people globally and operates as a cornerstone of European industrial collaboration and technological innovation. Spain plays a vital role in Airbus's global operations, hosting major production and engineering centers in Getafe, Seville, and Cádiz. The company is a major employer for international talent in Spain, offering a multicultural work environment where English is the primary language for technical and management roles, alongside comprehensive relocation support for specialized engineering positions.

Airbus was established in 1970 as a European consortium to challenge the dominance of American aerospace manufacturers. It grew through the integration of major national aerospace companies from France, Germany, the UK, and Spain, including the merger with Spain's CASA in 1999.

Machines, Robotics & Automation

Airbus Spain

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Job Description:

An opportunity for a Machines & Systems Engineer has arisen within Airbus Operations, Illescas (Toledo).

The selected candidate will join the Machinery & Automation Team. Our mission is to provide cutting-edge automated systems for composite part manufacturing, ensuring excellence in delivery, quality, and cost.

The team is multidisciplinary and transnational, focusing on the definition and implementation of complex robotics and Industry 4.0 solutions to maintain our plant at the forefront of aeronautical technology.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The main tasks of the jobholder will be.

Deliver machines and technical systems:

Develop innovative concepts for Machines/Robots and Technical Systems.
Establish the necessary specifications/requirements for Machines and Technical Systems.
Define technical contents of the Machines/Robots and Technical Systems CapEx file and perform cost-estimation.
Contribution/support to the procurement process in relation to all technical aspects.
Planning, steering and monitoring of the project's approval, commitment, cash flow and internal engineering cost by periodical reviews with the Machine/Robot project leader and functional leaders(contractual milestones: KOM, PDR, CDR, CISS, CIPS, R&R follow up).
Support actively the APTs.
Manage the introduction of changes on Machines/Robots and Technical Systems in the plant.
Keep informed on Machines/Robots and Technical Systems changes and process changes related to the supported processes in the plant.
Support Maintenance Department with technical expertise to ensure the reliability of the manufacturing cell implemented.
Follow FU.IN.03.03 (Specify and Qualify Machines and Systems) standar.

Deliver R&T projects:

Propose to R&T topics to be developed, aligned with Ai strategy.
Guarantee the fulfillment of deliverables for R&T programs within the approved budget and on time working in close collaboration with the partner and R&T centers.
Contribute and participate in maturity assessments through the α and β gates.
Digitalization, Innovative and Big Data projects in Machines and Technical Systems.
Implementation of industry 4.0 at plant level in Machines and Technical Systems.
Contribute to the transnational harmonization and alignment of manufacturing Machinery & Automation and cooperate with other plants through the OMI network in all the A/C life cycle (from R&T, through development and serial phase improvement and support).
Participate in best practices identification and promote their local implementation.
Establish an international mindset in the team and promote partnering and synergies.

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

Mechanical and machines technical background.
Composite materials Knowledge
Project Management experience (transversal and transnational)
PLC programming will be a plus
Artificial intelligence & data analytics basic skill will be appreciated
English: Negotiation level

Soft skills

Team worker in multifunctional and transnational environment
Innovative mindset
Problem -solving skills
Flexibility (changing environment)

WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?
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.
Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance.
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.

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.

Company:

Airbus Operations SL

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Manufacturing Engineering

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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 [email protected].