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Software & Data Systems Engineer – Predictive Maintenance

Hybrid in Getafe·Full-time·Added 7 days ago

Airbus Spain

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Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time hours.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Airbus Spain doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Be near Getafe for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Opportunity to shape the architecture of critical aerospace software systems

  • Work on cutting-edge tools supporting real-world aircraft operations

  • Collaborative and technically challenging environment

  • Long-term growth and leadership opportunities

At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:

  • Vacation days and additional days-off along the year (+35 days off in total).

  • Attractive salary and compensation package.

  • Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance (40% remote work).

  • 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.

Requirements

Nice to have

  • Experience in aerospace, avionics, or other safety-critical industries

  • Understanding of aircraft systems or data communication protocols (e.g., ARINC, AFDX)

  • Knowledge of software standards for critical systems (e.g., DO-178C)

  • Experience interacting with hardware systems or external devices

  • Familiarity with data visualization tools and frameworks

The role

This position is part of the Health and Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS) domain, focused on enabling advanced aircraft health management through data-driven insights, system monitoring, and maintenance support.

The role focuses on building scalable, robust, and maintainable software systems that enable data-driven workflows and seamless interaction with aircraft systems.

What you'll do

  • Design and implement software architectures to support a growing ecosystem of ground tools and services

  • Develop backend services and applications for data acquisition, processing, and analysis

  • Build user-facing applications to support engineering and maintenance operations

  • Define and maintain clear interfaces and APIs between system components

  • Ensure scalability, maintainability, and long-term evolution of the software platform

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (systems engineering, avionics, maintenance)

  • Contribute to technical decision-making and technology roadmap definition

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Aerospace, Telecomunication and/or Industrial Engineering, or related field

  • 5+ years of experience in software development and system design

  • Strong experience in software architecture and scalable system design

  • Proficiency in one or more backend languages: Python, C++, Java, or Go

  • Experience designing and implementing APIs (REST, gRPC)

  • Solid understanding of data processing and data management systems

  • Experience with distributed systems and modular architectures

  • Familiarity with version control, CI/CD, and containerization (e.g., Docker)

Frontend & UI (Required)

  • Experience with modern frontend frameworks such as React and TypeScript

  • Strong understanding of component-based UI development and state management

  • Ability to design and implement intuitive interfaces for technical users (engineering and maintenance tools)

  • Experience building data-driven dashboards and visualization tools (logs, metrics, time-series data)

Key Competencies

  • Strong system-level thinking and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to design solutions with long-term scalability and maintainability in mind

  • Comfortable working in multidisciplinary environments

  • High level of autonomy and ownership

  • Clear and effective technical communication

Employment Type

Permanent

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Experience Level

Professional

Job Family

Software Engineering

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.

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.

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