Airbus UpNext Spain – Power Generation System Engineer (m/f)

Airbus; Getafe; Híbrido; EUR 45.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading aerospace firm in Getafe is seeking a Power Generation System Engineer to work on a groundbreaking project aimed at sustainable aviation technology. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience in systems design and integration, alongside a strong mechanical design background. This role involves working within a dynamic team to develop innovative power generation systems within a diverse and collaborative environment.

Servicios

Flexible work hours

Remote work opportunity

Multicultural teams

Formación

• At least 5 years’ experience in systems design and integration activities.
• Proven background on Internal Combustion Engines.
• Proven knowledge of different aircraft platforms and systems.

Responsabilidades

• Be part of the Power Generation Systems design team.
• Contribute to the fuel based electrical power generation systems specification.
• Support to the ground test verification activities.

Conocimientos

Systems design and integration

Mechanical design

Internal Combustion Engines knowledge

Supplier management

Team-Player mindset

Educación

Master degree in Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Job Description:

Airbus UpNext Spain has the ambition to deliver a disruptive and innovative project to contribute to the evaluation of an innovative more electric architecture with the aim to provide aircraft non propulsive energy (NPE).

The Power Generation System Engineer position is within the Airbus UpNext subsidiary in Spain (Getafe).

This job comes with a limited contract linked to the deliverable of the demonstrator - end of December 2027.

Starting date - ASAP.

Mission

The demonstrator will integrate complex systems including energy storage, electrical power generation, electrical distribution and conversion, fuel storage and distribution, pneumatic systems, thermal systems and control and monitoring systems within a ground test facility.

The role of the Power Generation System Engineer will be to contribute in the team which will be in charge to develop the architecture, specification, design and V&V strategy of the equipment and components associated with different fuel based electrical power generation systems.

Responsibilities

Your main tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Be part of the Power Generation Systems design team.
• Contribute to the different fuel based electrical power generation systems specification, detailed architecture, equipment and component selection, integration and design.
• Key supplier scouting and activities follow-up.
• Contribute to the V&V strategy associated with the fuel based electrical power generation system.
• Support to the ground test verification activities.

Requirements

You are able to demonstrate the following skills and competencies:

• At least 5 years’ experience in systems design and integration activities
• Proven experience in mechanical design
• Proven background on Internal Combustion Engines
• Proven knowledge of different aircraft platforms and systems
• Experience in supplier management activities
• Master degree in Engineering
• Keen to take initiatives to propose simpler and efficient ways of working
• Ready to step out of your comfort zone
• Autonomy, Adaptability, Availability, Accountability
• Team-Player mindset
• Hands-on and solution oriented attitude
• Passion about technology, science
• Values of transparency, courage, humility, empathy
• Willingness to have fun

What we offer

You will get:

• Ability to contribute to new technology development for a more sustainable aviation.
• Develop agile methods and new ways of working permitting to speed-up the development of flightworthy brand new technologies.
• An environment that not only fosters your development in many ways, but also rewards it with plenty of room to grow.
• A shared open space office with highly skilled multicultural teams.
• Ability to craft your calendar with flexible hours/Opportunity to work remotely.
• UpNext communities bonding events.
• A high-achieving, experienced and fun team.

About us

Founded in 2017, Airbus UpNext is actively shaping the future of aerospace by using demonstrators to evaluate, mature and validate new products and services.

Our purpose is:

• To identify the trends that could disrupt the future of the aerospace industry and evaluate them to demonstrate their potential as a viable product.
• To accelerate traditional research cycles and prototype development to achieve proof of concept in a real environment and at a convincing scale and speed.
• To develop real-world applications for emerging aerospace technologies, thereby driving their maturity and increasing their value.
• To be THE reference for Technology Value Assessment

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.