Junior ISR Systems Architecture (Military Derivatives)
// Role Summary
Join Airbus Defence and Space as a Junior ISR Mission Systems Engineer in Getafe, Madrid. Develop complex multi-sensor mission suites for maritime surveillance and Anti-Submarine Warfare on major aircraft platforms.
// Key Responsibilities
- Support Systems Engineering for Mission Systems in a high-performing team.
- Analyze customer requirements and transform them into design solutions.
- Integrate, qualify, certify, and ensure airworthiness of Mission Systems.
- Involve in sensor integration, system integration, and V&V activities.
- Requires 1-2 years of experience in ISR Mission Systems or Avionics.
- Strong Spanish and English language skills are mandatory.
// Role Specification
Junior ISR Mission Systems Engineer
An opportunity for a skilled and proactive Junior ISR Mission Systems Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid). We are a high-performing team developing complex, multi-sensor mission suites for major aircraft platforms, focused on maritime surveillance and Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW).
Responsibilities:
- Support leading Systems Engineering activities in the Mission Systems field.
- Analyze customer requirements for its transformation into design solutions.
- Assess innovative technologies and architectures, to deliver independent cost-benefit analysis.
- Specify, integrate, qualify, certify and ensure the continued airworthiness of the Mission Systems.
- Support leading the detailed system design process: functional requirements, modelling, subsystem specifications, ICDs.
- Sensor & Subsystem Management of the integration and optimization of specialized sensors (Acoustic, MAD, Radar, etc.).
- System Integration & Lifecycle Management: within a V-shape development framework, covering the full lifecycle from requirements capture to final equipment integration.
- Support leading V&V activities including product laboratory validation and supporting aircraft ground and flight testing.
- Provide technical guidance and oversight of specialized suppliers throughout the procurement lifecycle.
- Support Services and Commercial campaigns in all aspects related to Mission Systems.
Skills and Experience:
- Educational Background: Degree in Aerospace, Electronic, Computer Science, or Systems Engineering. A Master’s degree is highly preferred.
- Professional Experience: 1-2 years of proven experience in ISR Mission Systems or Avionics within the aerospace or defense sector.
- Technical Knowledge: Experience valued in ASW & Underwater Detection (Acoustic Systems, MAD), Mission Computing & Avionics Integration, Aeronautical Cybersecurity, Maritime & Electronic Surveillance (Radar & Electro-optics, EW), Tactical Datalinks (Link 16, VMF, Link 22), Systems Engineering & Integration, and General Airworthiness and Certification.
- Language Proficiency: Strong verbal and written skills in both Spanish and English are mandatory. Knowledge of French is highly desirable.
- Soft Skills: High proactiveness, assertiveness, ability to work under pressure, exceptional problem-solving skills, and willingness to interact in international environments.
- Mobility: Willingness to travel as needed.
Airbus Employee Benefits:
- Vacation days plus additional days-off.
- Attractive salary.
- Hybrid working model where possible.
- Collective transport service in some sites.
- Benefits such as health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.
- On-site facilities (free canteen, kindergarten, medical office).
- Upskilling opportunities and 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.
Company: Airbus Defence and Space SAU
Employment Type: Permanent
Experience Level: Professional
Airbus is committed to workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment.