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Hybrid in Getafe·Full-time·Added 20 days ago (last checked 26 Oct)
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Our summary
- Work mode
- Hybrid, Getafe
- Contract
- Full-time
- English
- Required
- Other languages
- German, French
- Education
- University degree
- Benefits
- Private health insurance, life insurance






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Skills
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.
- Hybrid model of working when possible.
- 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.
The role
An opportunity for an Supply Chain and Quality Manager to procure satellite payload equipment for our Telecoms & Navigation, Earth Observation & Science and Space Exploration programmes has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).
What you'll do
- Acts as focal point towards the suppliers for operational activities and contract management and as ambassador of the supplier toward internal functions
- Ensures on Quality, on Time deliveries to protect business operations, by managing milestones, product life cycle reviews and deliverables coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
- Manages the equipment supplier(s) and ensure a good contract execution.
- In a recurring phase, the SCQM will lead the progress meetings, gate reviews (KO, MRR, TRR, TRB/DRB), changes, deviations and waivers processes, non-conformities, etc...
- In a development phase/new product introduction, the SCQM will be a key support to the Development Responsible to bring key knowledge of industrial & manufacturing needs, constraints and supplier maturity, with the aim of ensuring industrial qualification maturity before serial phase
- Performs an effective control of supplier activities, securing a close understanding of supplier overall situation and scope.
- Manages relevant stakeholders in respect to their supplier, both internally (Programme line project team, technical authorities, engineering, Product Assurance, Supply Chain,...) & externally
- Manages and performs some of the product assurance aspects with the supplier, such as non-conformity management process
- Assesses the Supplier capacity, capability & performance and identify the industrial risks
- Initiates and manages supplier performance improvement projects to set long term development targets
- Contributes to Assessment of suppliers during tendering phase and to the selection decision
- Lives the AIRBUS values and be a role model for Ethics and Compliance in day to day relationship with supplier
SKILLS
- Engineering degree in Electronic, Space/Aerospace or similar
- Experience in Supply Chain, Quality, Project management or Engineering
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- High organizational and motivational skills
- Knowledge of Space Systems, satellite electronics, radar/ RF Payload and or manufacturing of payload equipment are a plus
- Business fluent in English; fluency in French, German or Spanish is a plus
Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.
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.
The job holder must be able to accommodate a reasonable amount of travel for business needs (up to once or twice a month).
Employment Type
Permanent
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Experience Level
Professional
Job Family
Supplier Management
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
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Screening and preselection · With Talent Acquisition team
Call or short video interview
With Talent Acquisition team
Selected applicants are offered a call or a short video interview.
Technical test, case study or online assessment
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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.
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.
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