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92,000+ live jobsSystem of Systems (SoS) Concepts Engineer
Hybrid in Getafe·Full-time·Added today (last checked 30 Oct)
Airbus Spain
355 open roles
Our summary
- Work mode
- Hybrid, Getafe
- Contract
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Fluent
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Master's degree
- Benefits
- Private health insurance, life insurance
Visa options
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Skills
Nice to have
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Master's degree or PhD in Systems Engineering, Aerospace, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a closely related technical field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems engineering or architecture, desirable including training and hands-on experience in System of Systems (SoS) or complex enterprise-level architectures.
- Prior knowledge in architectural frameworks (e.g., UAF, DoDAF, MODAF) and modeling languages (e.g., SysML, UML), with hands-on experience using tools such as Cameo.
- Strong understanding of defence systems, including their operational contexts, constraints, and regulatory requirements.
- IDemonstrated experience in defining and integrating diverse technical domains (e.g., communications, sensors, command & control, data analytics, cybersecurity).
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- A high level of adaptability, with the ability to work in areas with evolving requirements where the path is not yet paved.
- A collaborative spirit and a dedicated team-player mindset, enjoying the resolution of multi-disciplinary problems through collective intelligence.
- Full professional fluency in both English and Spanish is required.
- Applicant must fulfill the requirements to obtain a National Spanish Security Clearance.
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.
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.
The role
An opportunity for a System of Systems Concepts Design Engineer has arisen in the area of Future Concepts within Airbus Defence and Space (Getafe).
The selected candidate will join the Future Concepts team, in charge of developing the future of Air Power solutions and capabilities. As part of the System of System Concepts team, it will contribute to the conceptual design activities of new solutions and integration of legacy systems as part of larger System of Systems.
What you'll do
- Architectural Design & Conceptualization: Design and analysis of complex SoS architectures, addressing multi-domain challenges to define how future air power-enabled systems interact and operate.
- Advanced Modeling & MBSE: Support the development and refinement of SoS architectural frameworks and methodologies using MBSE to create rigorous models that allow us to understand and harness the emergent behaviors of complex, non-managed systems.
- Strategic Roadmapping: Contribute to the development of SoS roadmaps and technology strategies, identifying and curating key solution roadmaps to guide our long-term SoS evolution.
- Driving Reusability: Tackle the "Architecture of Reuse" challenge by designing scalable, reusable frameworks rather than one-off builds, maximizing the value of our entire portfolio.
- Analysis & Integration: Conduct trade-off analyses, feasibility studies, and impact assessments. Define interfaces, protocols, and integration strategies for heterogeneous systems to ensure seamless interoperability and data exchange.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate architectural risks, proactively addressing potential issues related to performance, scalability, security, and resilience.
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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.
Employment Type
Permanent
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Experience Level
Professional
Job Family
Chief Engineering & Architecture
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
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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.
In their own words
About the company & team
Airbus Defence and Space SAU
Additional information
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.
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