Antennas & RF AIT Engineer

Airbus SE; Getafe; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid model

Life insurance

Health insurance

Employee stock options

Retirement plan

Study grants

On-site facilities

Canteen

Kindergarten

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Spain in Getafe seeks an Antennas & RF AIT Engineer to join the Assembly, Integration and Testing team. You will contribute to the integration and testing of Active Antennas, Microwave instruments, and satellite subsystems in a high-technology, multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities include RF/Electrical test execution, automated sequences, NCR handling, and participation in formal technical reviews with customers, with some travel and shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Hands-on RF and electrical testing experience.
• Experience with RF integration and AIT processes.
• Ability to work in cleanroom environments.
• Fluent English required for international collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project design phases to guarantee Design for MAIT.
• Execute RF and electrical integration and flight measurements.
• Develop automated test scripts and sequences for AIT tests.
• Analyze results, produce test reports and NCRs, assist investigations.
• Coordinate test equipment follow-on and AIT milestones.

Skills

English (fluent)

Autonomy

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Education

Degree in Telecommunications/RF Engineering

Industrial/Aeronautical Engineering

Related discipline

Tools

Spectrum Analyzers

Network Analyzers

Power Meters

Oscilloscopes

Signal Generators

Multimeters

Job description

An opportunity for an Antennas & RF AIT Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).

Airbus Defence & Space Spain is a leading manufacturer of instruments, telecommunication antennas, and satellites, driving the design and production of Europe’s most innovative space products as national prime contractor.

The selected candidate will join the Assembly, Integration and Testing (AIT) Department, working in a multidisciplinary, high-technology environment. You will play a key role in the integration and testing activities for state-of-the-art Active Antennas, Microwave instruments, and Satellite subsystems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project design phases to guarantee Design for MAIT, reviewing RF and electrical test specifications.
• Execute electrical and RF integration and flight measurements using automated test systems and standard RF instrumentation (Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters, Oscilloscopes).
• Develop and run step-by-step procedures, automated test scripts, and sequences tailored to project AIT test specifications.
• Analyze test results, deliver technical test reports, define Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), and actively support failure investigations.
• Specify and monitor test equipment/systems follow‑on, coordinating scheduled AIT milestones to ensure delivery on time, on cost, and on quality.
• Represent the team in formal technical reviews with customers, collaborating closely with Design and Engineering departments.

Skills

• Education: Degree in Telecommunications/RF Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Hands‑on experience in RF and electrical testing, integration processes (AIT), and working within cleanroom environments.
• Technical knowledge: Solid understanding of RF chains/parameters (S-params, Gain, NF, P1dB, G/T, IM) and RF components (amplifiers, phase shifters, combiners/dividers, switches, mixers). Familiarity with antenna parameters (directivity, gain, VSWR, XPD) and basic electronic circuitry. Proficiency with standard RF and lab equipment (Spectrum/Network Analyzers, Power Meters, Signal Generators, Multimeters). Experience with test languages/environments to execute and automate test sequences.
• Soft skills: High degree of autonomy, organized and proactive mindset, capability to manage workload across concurrent projects, and strong teamwork in multidisciplinary setups.
• Languages: Advanced / fluent level in English.
• Valuable / Nice to have: Prior experience in satellite applications, space systems, or space-grade communication protocols and interfaces.
• Working Conditions: Flexibility for occasional shift work (morning/late/night), potential weekend interventions during critical test campaigns, and willingness to travel abroad for specific AIT phases.

Which benefits will you have as Airbus employee?

• Vacation days plus additional days‑off along the year.
• Attractive salary.
• Hybrid model of working when possible.
• Collective transport service subject to working calendar/home location.
• Benefits such as life insurance, 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.
• Option to access special rates in products & benefits.

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 Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type

Permanent

Experience Level

Professional

Job Family

Manufacturing Engineering

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