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Aeronautical Propulsion Engineer

On-site in Valladolid·Added 27 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Indra

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Work mode
On-site, Valladolid
Education
University degree
Benefits
Flexible pay plan

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Skills

Nice to have

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Don't worry if you don't meet 100% of what we are looking for. Go for it, learn about our proposal, and let us know what you can bring to us!

  • Aeronautical Engineering.
  • Demonstrable experience in the design, development, and integration of turbine-based propulsion systems.
  • Experience in project management and planning.
  • Experience working with suppliers and in the review of drawings and technical documentation.
  • Proficiency in corporate 3D CAD tools (Siemens NX is valued)
  • Ability to understand the interfaces between different systems and components.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Good communication and technical coordination skills.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Stability and Future 🏢✨: Long-term projects at a leading Defense company with over 60,000 professionals, offering financial security.
  • Innovative and High-Impact Projects 🚀: You will work with cutting-edge technologies, with impact both nationally and internationally.
  • Close and Transparent Environment 🤝: You will enjoy direct and fluid communication with managers and colleagues, in a collaborative and open environment.
  • Autonomy and Flexibility: You will have the freedom to organize your work, with a real work-life balance adapted to your pace.
  • Career Plan Tailored to You 📈: Designed to boost your growth and professional development.
  • Continuous Training 📚: through Open University and Udemy for Business (more than 6,000 courses to specialize!).
  • Exclusive Discounts for Your Well-being 🎁: Enjoy perks at gyms, restaurants, leisure, and much more as an Indra employee.
  • Competitive Compensation 💰 and flexible benefit plans 💸📊 tailored to your needs.

The role

In Autonomous Aerial Systems/Land Vehicles, we design and integrate advanced vehicles of different degrees of complexity. Our purpose: to meet the highest demands for protection, mobility, and power with next-generation mission systems, within a secure, efficient technological ecosystem committed to sustainability, total traceability, and end‑to‑end digitalization.

💻 In our positioning as a leading company in the defense field, we want to strengthen our team in Valladolid with Aeronautical Propulsion Engineers (turbines).

What you'll do

  • Technical Coordination: To technically lead the development and integration of propulsion system components.
  • Review and Validation: To technically evaluate the designs, drawings, and technical proposals of the different sub-teams and external suppliers.
  • Interface Management: To resolve complex physical and functional integration problems between systems.
  • Change Control: To coordinate and implement design modifications, ensuring traceability and configuration management.
  • Hands-on Support: To provide direct technical support during the manufacturing, assembly, commissioning, and prototype bench testing phases.
  • Guarantee of Coherence: To ensure strict alignment and compliance between system requirements, engineering drawings (tolerances and GD&T), and manufactured parts.
  • Interdepartmental Collaboration: To work in close relationship with the Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, Validation, and Certification areas.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews1–2 weeks in all
  1. Profile review

  2. First contact

    With recruitment team · Phone call · 5–10 min

    A short call to get to know you and answer your questions.

  3. Technical interview

    With the team

    A meeting with the team, who explain the project and day-to-day tasks and explore your technical knowledge; it may include short aptitude and English tests.

  4. Offer and welcome

  • The technical interview may include short psychological aptitude and English tests if needed.
  • The first call may come from an unknown number.

Hiring process

Profile Review 🔍: We evaluate your experience and skills to determine if you fit what we are looking for.

  • First Contact (5-10 min) 📞: If you receive a call from an unknown number, it's our team! It will be a quick conversation to get to know you and answer any questions.
  • Technical Interview 🤝: You will meet with the team, who will explain the project and daily tasks. We will also explore your technical knowledge. Additionally, we will conduct brief tests on psychological competencies and English (if necessary).
  • HR interview where you will learn about career paths, training, and social benefits.

Offer and Welcome 🎉: If everything goes well, you will join our team and start this new stage together!

Estimated Time: 1-2 weeks.

About Indra

Indra is a global technology and consulting company headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and a leader in IT and defense systems. It provides advanced solutions in air traffic management, defense electronics, cybersecurity, and digital transformation for clients worldwide. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, Indra operates in more than 140 countries, making it one of Europe's largest defense and technology firms.

In Spain, Indra has a strong presence with major offices in Madrid, Alcobendas, and other cities, and it is a key player in the national defense and aerospace sectors. The company offers a wide range of roles for international professionals, from engineering and cybersecurity to project management and software development. Indra's work culture emphasizes innovation and technical excellence, and it actively recruits international talent, providing opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in defense, space, and digital transformation.

Industry
IT and Defense
Founded
1993
Employees
50,000+
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Alcobendas

Good to know if you are moving

  • Indra is a major defense contractor, offering opportunities to work on advanced defense systems like SCAPA and NGWS.
  • The company has a strong focus on innovation, with significant investment in R&D and technology development.
  • Indra provides hybrid and remote work options for many roles, offering flexibility for international hires.
  • With offices in Madrid and Barcelona, Indra offers a chance to live in Spain's two largest cities.
  • Indra is a global leader in air traffic management, with its systems used in over 100 countries.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Indra Group, we protect what matters most.

Additional information

Our commitment is to promote work environments where people are treated with respect and dignity, fostering the professional development of staff and ensuring equal opportunities in their selection, training, and promotion, offering a work environment free of any discrimination based on gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance.

¡INDRA is a Top Employer 2026 company! Join a company certified as one of the best employers in Spain, thanks to our comprehensive HR management and the conditions we offer our professionals.

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