V&V Solution Architect (d/f/m)

Airbus Aircraft; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Bike leasing

Flexible hours

Mobile working

Sabbatical opportunities

Job summary

Airbus Operations GmbH is seeking a V&V Solution Architect (d/f/m) to lead architectural work within the Flight Test and Avionics domain. You will drive PLM strategy, influence engineering processes, and collaborate with multiple agile teams across large solution deliveries.

The role requires 8+ years in Business IT projects, strong PLM knowledge, and fluency in English and French. Hamburg is the primary location, with Toulouse as an alternate site; mobility opportunities may apply.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Business IT projects with architecture & development experience.
• Strong PLM, Digital, Flight Test and/or Avionics domain knowledge.
• Excellent English and French language skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive the E2E PLM Portfolio roadmap as an Enterprise Architect.
• Define a shared technical vision and build the Architecture Runway.
• Steer delivery with Solution Train Engineers and Product Management.
• Coordinate across multiple Agile Release Trains for system integration.
• Lead architecture boards and SAFe ceremonies, including PI Planning.
• Secure milestones with deep functional expertise and roadmap input.
• Manage supplier teams and scale architectural activities.

Skills

Software Architecture

Enterprise Integration

SAFe / Agile

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Information Technology

Job description

Job Description

In order to support Engineering Business, Airbus is looking for a

V&V Solution Architect (d/f/m)

As part of the "Flight Test and Avionics" Team (DPSF), you will join the Aircraft and Electrical System Product Service Line responsible for developing and maintaining solutions for Flight Test and Avionics. The organization delivers a single, harmonized set of IS/IT tools for Aircraft, Helicopters, and Defense products across non-recurring and recurring lifecycle phases. In this role, you will drive the development and support of Product Life Cycle Management (PLM) solutions aligned with Airbus Group Process, Method, and Tools strategies, focusing on Digital Integrated Processes (Authoring) and Engineering Processes.

Your location

You will be working at the largest production site for civil aircraft situated in Hamburg. Its location on the southern banks of the river Elbe includes the option to commute by ferry. Experience the special flair of Hamburg in your spare time where vibrant cosmopolitan culture meets nautic legacy.

Alternate location is Toulouse, France.

Our Benefits For You

• Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits, such as company pension schemes, mobility offers (e.g., bike leasing), or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines.
• Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement; work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.
• Growth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives.
• Feel Good at Work: On-site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses, preventive care, etc), canteen and cafeteria, and local childcare facilities at selected locations.
• Diversity Connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA.

Your Tasks And Responsibilities

• Drive the E2E PLM Portfolio roadmap as an Enterprise/Functional Architect to define IS convergence strategies for Large Solutions.
• Design and communicate a shared technical vision while building the Architectural Runway to sustain long-term business value.
• Partner with Solution Train Engineers and Product Management to steer the operational delivery of the Large Solution.
• Coordinate across multiple Agile Release Trains (ARTs) to ensure seamless System Integration and technical alignment.
• Lead architecture boards and facilitate key SAFe ceremonies, including PI Planning, to govern technical standards.
• Secure project milestones by providing deep functional expertise and contributing to strategic roadmap definitions.
• Manage supplier team performance, providing the leadership and monitoring necessary to scale architectural activities.

Desired Skills And Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in Business IT projects, with proven expertise in Software Architecture and Development.
• Solid background in PLM, Digital, Flight Test, and/or Avionics domains.
• Strong knowledge of Design, Engineering, and Digital Processes.
• Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and cross-functional stakeholder management skills to align business partners across complex environments.
• Outstanding communication skills with a proven ability to convey complex technical architectures to diverse audiences.
• Advanced level of English and French.

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.

Company

Airbus Operations GmbH

Employment Type

Permanent

Experience Level

Professional

Job Family

Digital

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 [e-mail] .

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.

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