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On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 31 Oct)
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Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Madrid
- Contract
- Full-time
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- University degree





Visa options
The ad rules out sponsorship
Per the ad: “Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.”
Skills
Requirements
What we're looking for
We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:
- Higher Education (Grade or Master) related to Industrial, Electronic, or Aeronautic Engineering
- At least 5 years experienced leading Industrialization / Improvement Projects in Test Areas (Production and Test Sytems, Lean, MES..)
- Previous experience with Vacuum systems, Climatic, Thermal chambers and Shakers maintenance and control.
- Digital mindset (automation of tasks, scripting, use of digital design tools and simulators)
- English Language proficiency
- Proactive, well organized, autonomous and with clear Team Work value
- Continuous improvement orientation
- Customer support approach, including Openness and Flexibility
- Leader and booster for change management
- Keen interest in Space Business
Nice to have
- Electronic manufacturing and Test processes knowledge will be valued positively
Pay & benefits
Visa & relocation
Airbus Crisa expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus Crisa does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.
The role
A position of Industrialization Test Area Engineer is now open at Airbus CRISA (Airbus Defense & Space) in Tres Cantos (Madrid area). In our industrialization department, our mission is guarantee the technical / digital means needed to execute manufacturing and tests processes for Space Electronic equipment with excellent performance. Our way of working is built upon trust, based on the principles of collaboration & cooperation, autonomy / accountability and flexibility. Our activities are split into missions whose set-up are integrated in different Space business: Launchers, Earth Exploration (Copernicus), Space Exploration (Artemis), Commercial (Telecommunications Satellites).
This is an opportunity to join a diverse and dynamic Technical Team focused on:
- Shape the future based on innovation of our products, new technologies and way of working,
- State of the art product consolidation,
- Continuous Performance improvement.
Be part of our diversity and teamwork culture that propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space. Definitely, we are moved by our passion to make it fly!
Task and accountabilities
We are looking for candidates who are sharing our values and want to make a true impact at Space Electronic business moving things faster, gaining agility, and being Innovative.
What you'll do
- Define, specify, buy, deploy and support for new Industrial Test means (Climatic/ vacuum test chambers and shakers) according to customers requirement and ergonomics standards.
- Lead continuous improvement of the existing Test means, implementing best practices according to Quality, Cost and Time, mainly increasing its automatization approach.
- Managing dedicated software (f.i. LabView),
- Managing automatisms, PLCs programming, HMIs, distributed systems, I/O controls and different communication protocols (TCP/UDP/IP, MOD-BUS, EtherCAT, etc.),.
- Programming autonomous controls (programmed relays, thermal control modules,etc.).
- Programming remote controls.
- Support and troubleshooting in the shop floor
- Define and execute Preventive and Corrective maintenance plan of Test equipment.
- Provide support to customer (projects) during Vibration, Vacuum and Thermal test campaigns, including technical assessment and contributing actively to find adequate solutions.
How you'll work
Permanent
Required skills and experience
Feel like you can't tick some boxes above? If you have most of the skills and experience that we're looking for and are willing to use your talent to learn the rest, we encourage you to apply!
Experience Level
Professional
Job Family
Testing
Hiring process
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Business interviews
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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.
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
Airbus Crisa provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.
Airbus Crisa 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.
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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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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