EVERGREEN - Senior ISR Mission Systems Engineer for Military Derivatives

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

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space SAU in Getafe (Madrid) is seeking a Professional to lead Systems Engineering in Mission Systems. You will analyze customer requirements and translate them into robust design solutions, while assessing innovative technologies for cost-benefit and ensuring airworthiness.

You will drive system design, sensor integration, and lifecycle management in a V-shape development framework, coordinating with international teams and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace, Electronic, Computer Science, or Systems Engineering; Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Systems Engineering activities in the Mission Systems field.
• Analyze customer requirements into design solutions.
• Assess technologies and architectures for cost-benefit.
• Specify, integrate, qualify and ensure airworthiness of Mission Systems.
• Lead the detailed system design: requirements, modelling, ICDs.
• Sensor & Subsystem management of integration and optimization of sensors.
• System Integration & Lifecycle Management across V-shape lifecycle.
• Lead V&V activities including lab validation and flight testing.
• Provide technical guidance to suppliers during procurement lifecycle.
• Support Services and Commercial campaigns related to Mission Systems.

Skills

ISR Mission Systems

Avionics integration

Real-time systems

Cybersecurity

International collaboration

Education

Master’s preferred

Tools

MIL-STD-1553

ARINC 429

Ethernet/AFDX

DO-326A / ED-202A

Link 16 / Link 22

Job description

Company

Airbus Defence and Space SAU

Location

Getafe (Madrid)

Employment Type

Permanent

Experience Level

Professional

Job Family

Vehicle Mission & Control

Responsibilities

• Lead Systems Engineering activities in the Mission Systems field
• Analyze customer requirements for its transformation into design solutions.
• Assess innovative technologies and architectures, to deliver independent cost benefit analysis.
• Specify, integrate, qualify, certify and ensure the continued airworthiness of the Mission Systems.
• Leading the detailed system design process: functional requirements, modelling, subsystem specifications, ICDs.
• Sensor & Subsystem Management of the integration and optimization of specialized sensors (Acoustic, MAD, Radar, etc.)
• System Integration & Lifecycle Management: within a V-shape development framework, covering the full lifecycle from requirements capture to final equipment integration.
• Leading V&V activities including product laboratory validation and supporting aircraft ground and flight testing.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight of specialized suppliers throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Support Services and Commercial campaigns in all aspects related to Mission Systems.

Requirements

• Educational Background: Degree in Aerospace, Electronic, Computer Science, or Systems Engineering. A Master’s degree is highly preferred.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in ISR Mission Systems or Avionics within the aerospace or defense sector.
• Technical Knowledge: While we work with a wide array of technologies, we highly value deep expertise in any (or several) of the following domains: ASW & Underwater Detection: Acoustic Systems, Magnetic Anomaly Detection (MAD) Mission Computing & Avionics Integration: high-performance computing platforms, embedded hardware, real-time environments, aeronautical data buses (e.g., MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, Ethernet/AFDX) and system-level integration, qualification processes for mission-critical hardware, emerging computing technologies for aerospace applications. Aeronautical Cybersecurity, cyber-Resilience, applied to mission systems and aeronautical networks, standards & compliance following regulatory frameworks such as DO-326A / ED-202A. Maritime & Electronic Surveillance: Radar & Electro-optics, Electronic Warfare & Identification (SIGINT/ELINT/ESM/COMINT), AIS Tactical Datalinks: Link 16, VMF, or Link 22 Systems Engineering & Integration, full development lifecycle, V&V process, functional analysis, configuration control, complex mission architectures. General Airworthiness and Certification process knowledge.
• Language Proficiency: Strong verbal and written skills in both Spanish and English are mandatory. Knowledge of French is highly desirable and will be considered a significant asset.
• Soft Skills: High level of proactiveness, assertiveness, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. Exceptional problem-solving skills for complex technical troubleshooting. Willingness to interact in international environments with many different people and profiles.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel as needed to support customer discussions, supplier oversight, integration, and flight testing requirements.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Company Overview

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. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world’s leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.