Automation & Robotics Technical Leader (m/f)

Airbus SE; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Employee savings plan

Stock purchase plan

Extra days off

Staff council activities

Health insurance

Upskilling opportunities

International mobility

Job summary

Airbus seeks an experienced Automation & Robotics Technical Leader to shape and deploy advanced robotic solutions across global aerospace manufacturing, based in Toulouse, France. You will bridge hands-on execution with executive strategy, leading cross-functional teams through the full lifecycle from concept to industrialization.

Responsibilities include defining architectures, performing V&V, and overseeing prototyping, validation, and handover to production on aerospace lines.

Qualifications

• Leadership with 10+ years in aerospace or automation.
• Formal project management methodologies knowledge (PPM/ PMI).
• Experience coordinating multiple engineering teams.
• Strong collaboration with external partners and internal teams.
• Ability to prioritize and execute across competing priorities.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset with quality and speed balance.
• Strong communication and independent work style.
• English negotiation level; French/Spanish/German proficiency a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define functional requirements and system architectures for robotic systems.
• Lead end-to-end V-Model lifecycle activities including verification & validation.
• Steer complex projects with budgeting, scheduling, and multi-team coordination.
• Oversee prototyping, validation, and industrialization for production handover.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Frameworks

Collaboration

Prioritization

Problem-solving

Autonomy

English

Job description

Job Description:

Airbus is seeking an experienced Automation & Robotics Technical Leader to shape, develop, and deploy the next generation of robotic solutions across our global aerospace manufacturing operations based in Toulouse, France.

In this role, you will bridge hands-on technical execution with executive program strategy. Leading cross-functional teams through the entire innovation lifecycle—from initial concept and V-Model architecture design to shop-floor prototyping, fine-tuning, and full industrialization, you will play a pivotal role in expanding Airbus's advanced manufacturing portfolio and shaping the future of flight.

Your working environment:

Global capital of aeronautics and European capital for space research, Toulouse is a dynamic city in the southwest of France served by an international airport. Ideally located between the Mediterranean sea and the Atlantic ocean and close to the Pyrenees mountains, it offers plenty of options for outdoor activities!

How we care for you:

• Financial rewards: Attractive salary, agreements on success and profit sharing schemes, employee savings plan abounded by Airbus and employee stock purchase plan on a voluntary basis.
• Work / Life Balance: Extra days-off for special occasions, holiday transfer option, a Staff council offering many social, cultural and sport activities and other services.
• Wellbeing / Health: Complementary health insurance coverage (disability, invalidity, death). Depending on the site: health services center, concierge services, gym, carpooling application.
• Individual development: Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects with unlimited access to +10.000 e-learning courses to develop your employability, certifications, expert career path, accelerated development programmes, national and international mobility.

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.

Your challenges:

• Systems Architecture & Technical Governance

Apply the full Systems Engineering Lifecycle (V-Model) to define functional requirements, system architectures, interface designs, and FMEA risk analyses for advanced shop-floor robotic systems.

Direct end-to-end Verification & Validation (V&V) testing to ensure all automated systems meet strict safety, quality, and operational standard performance targets.

• End-to-End Project Steering & Research

Drive complex technical and research projects using established project management frameworks (Airbus PPM or PMI), managing financial budgets, administrative tracking, and multi-team scheduling.

Lead multiple teams concurrently, delivering robust automation and robotics solutions on time, within budget, and across competing priorities.

• Prototyping, Validation & Industrialization

Oversee the fabrication, simulation, and shop-floor integration of cutting-edge robotic prototypes and technology demonstrators.

Balance rapid proof-of-concept prototyping with high-quality, production-ready design for handover to live aerospace manufacturing lines.

Your boarding pass:

• Leadership & Domain Expertise: 10+ years of leadership experience in project management within aerospace engineering, assembly technologies, robotics, or industrial automation.
• Project Management Frameworks: Proven knowledge and application of formal project management methodologies (Airbus PPM, PMI, or equivalent).
• Research & Financial Management: Demonstrated experience in the administrative and financial management of research projects, including leading multiple engineering teams concurrently.
• Partner & Stakeholder Collaboration: Proven track record of working effectively with external industrial partners, suppliers, and multi-disciplinary internal teams.
• Prioritization & Execution: Exceptional ability to manage and deliver across multiple, varied, and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-Solving & Mindset: A strong "can-do" attitude that balances quality and speed- transitioning seamlessly from quick proof-of-concept
• Soft Skills & Autonomy: Strong communication and team-player capabilities combined with the ability to analyze and solve complex technical problems independently.
• Languages: English: Negotiation level required. Secondary Languages: Advanced proficiency in French, Spanish, or German.

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.

Airbus Operations SAS

Employment Type: Permanent

Classe Emploi (France): Classe G14

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Manufacturing Engineering

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