A400M Training Aids Prog Rep

Airbus; Getafe; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid work model

Stock options

Retirement plan

Training opportunities

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space SAU seeks a Simulation Systems Project Manager to lead training simulation services strategy and bid activities. The role spans global collaboration across sites, managing training aids design, development, and deployment to satisfy operator needs.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in simulation, strong program management skills, and proficiency in English for international environments. Spanish is a plus, with travel as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in a relevant engineering field (Master's preferred).
• 7+ years in simulation as a Systems Engineer, Chief Engineer, or Technical Project Manager.
• Strong English communication in international settings; Spanish desirable.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the future A400M Training Simulation services strategy from an Operator Readiness perspective.
• Lead complex commercial bids for global Training Services and assess new capability offers.
• Manage key project execution activities for Training Aids design, development, and deployment to meet operator needs.
• Oversee suppliers and contracts across the Training Aids portfolio (FFS, CHT, LMWST, CMOS).
• Interface with internal customer teams (TASA) and support OCCAR forums and reviews.
• Perform Make or Buy evaluations to ensure training simulation services meet operator needs.

Skills

Aeronautical engineering

Systems engineering

Project management

International teamwork

English proficiency

Education

Aeronautical Engineering

Systems Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Job description

Job Description: An opportunity for a Simulation Systems Project Manager has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid). The selected candidate will join the Training Program Representative team within Airbus Defence and Space. This transversal and diverse team—spread across Manching, Ingolstadt, Getafe, and Sevilla—is responsible for the delivery assurance of Training and Flight Operations products and services oToCoQ (on Time, on Cost, on Quality). As part of the Program Driven Organization supporting the A400M program, the team focuses on customer-centric solutions, collaboration, and continuous professional development, driving key military training capabilities worldwide.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The main tasks of the jobholder will be: Define and execute the future A400M Training Simulation services strategy (MLU) from an Operator Readiness perspective, ensuring concurrency with the operational fleet and integrating the Airbus Common Synthetic Environment (ACSE). Lead complex commercial bids for global Training Services, driving training aids contribution to A400M export campaigns and conducting impact assessments for new capability offers. Manage key project execution activities to ensure Training Aids design, development, and deployment are delivered oToCoQ, while supporting operative planning, risk, and opportunity management. Manage suppliers and key contracts across the Training Aids portfolio, including Full Flight Simulators (FFS), Cargo Hold Trainers (CHT), Load Master Work Station Trainers (LMWST), and Cockpit Maintenance Operations Simulators (CMOS). Act as the main interface with internal customer teams (TASA) and support Airbus representation in OCCAR forums, including Training Coordination Meetings and Monthly Program Reviews. Review customer training requirements during OCCAR workshops and conduct Make or Buy evaluations to ensure training simulation services are designed to meet operator needs.

SKILLS

• Education: Aeronautical, Systems, or Industrial Engineering degree (Master's degree is a plus).
• Experience: At least 7 years of professional experience in simulation as a Systems Engineer, Chief Engineer, or Technical Project Manager, with exposure to the A400M program.
• Soft skills: High adaptability, proactive mindset, resilient, strong teamwork skills, and the capability to work independently in international environments.
• Languages: Negotiation level in English (both written and spoken) with experience in international settings; Spanish is highly desirable.
• Technical knowledge: Strong background in Training Services & Synthetic Environments (Full Flight Simulators, Cargo Hold Trainers, Task Trainers, CBT) and solid project management practices.
• Valuable / Nice to have: PMP® certification, knowledge of broader Air Power programs (MRTT, Eurofighter, SIRTAP, LTA), and experience with OCCAR customer interfaces.
• Note: Availability for international travel is required for this role.

WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?

At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare.

• Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year.
• Attractive salary.
• Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance.
• Collective transport service in some sites.
• Benefits such as 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.
• Special rates in products & benefits.

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Company: Airbus Defence and Space SAU Employment Type: Permanent ------- Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Training support & services

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