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.

Space Systems Functional Avionics Engineer

Airbus Spain

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Job Description:

At Airbus, our purpose is to improve life on Earth and beyond through our cutting-edge space technologies. With every technological breakthrough, we bring people closer together, we navigate new frontiers and we discover new and unexplored destinations. And we don't just take innovations to space - our space solutions and projects help solve global challenges on Earth.

An opportunity for an Space Systems Functional Avionics Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid). We are seeking an AOCS/GNC (Attitude and Orbital Control System/Guidance, Navigation and Control ) engineer to join a team of analysts to work on current and future space missions. Airbus Madrid is developping several agile missions which requires cutting edge AOCS algorithms. You will be part of a transnational team over Europe working from Madrid with other Airbus sites in 4 different countries.

Reporting to the HO AOCS you will have a stimulating blend of learning and technical work and will gain extensive experience in the design and analysis of space mission GNC, for both small studies and large projects, as well as having the unique opportunity to work on flight algorithms and flight hardware.

RESPONSIBILITIES

You will be expected to perform AOCS/GNC design, implementation, verification and validation activities for mission's Phases 0 to E
The successful candidate will be expected to perform AOCS/GNC design, implementation, verification and validation activities for mission's Phases 0 to E
You will produce relevant documentation (design justifications, software requirements for AOCS/GNC algorithms, performance analysis documentation etc.)
You will develop software to a prototype level (non/real time simulator development mostly under Matlab /Simulink but also occasionally also in C or Python).
You will also support reviews and workshops with the customer / partners and stakeholders

SKILLS

Degree or equivalent in aerospace discipline
3 - 4 years of experience in a related field
Qualifications with dynamics and filtering/estimation/control engineering content
Experienced in participating within a GNC/AOCS project at some point of the development and validation cycle
Matlab and Simulink experience
Knowledge/research performed in CMG management

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 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.

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 Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Vehicle Mission & Control

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