Harness/Electrical/Electronics ME Spacecraft AIT

Airbus; Getafe; Híbrido; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Life insurance

On-site facilities (canteen, medical)

Employee stock options

Descripción de la vacante

Airbus Defence and Space SAU in Getafe (Madrid) seeks a Harness / Electrical & Electronics Manufacturing Engineer to lead end-to-end harness manufacturing and integration, ensuring time/cost-optimized processes that meet project requirements and Airbus standards.

The role covers defining manufacturing processes, sourcing assets, documentation, and supporting Production/AIT teams across breadboards, Qualification and Flight Models, with opportunities for off-site work during campaigns.

Formación

• Degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Electronic, Systems Engineering or related discipline; a higher qualification may be considered with relevant experience.
• 3–5 years in a production environment, preferably Space-related manufacturing or testing.
• Knowledge of ECSS/ESCC/MIL standards; ability to prepare clear manufacturing documentation.

Responsabilidades

• Define and optimize the manufacturing and integration process for electrical harness activities and associated build processes.
• Concur with Engineering during development to ensure feasibility and compatibility with industrial systems; help define as-planned structure with Engineering and Mechanical Design Office.
• Prepare and maintain Manufacturing Dossier, Manufacturing Procedures, Work Orders, BOMs and related work instructions; document data collection and test documentation.
• Provide technical support to Production and AIT teams during shopfloor activities for breadboards, Qualification and Flight Models; liaise with customers or suppliers when needed.
• Drive industrial performance and continuous improvement; analyze technologies, integrate QA, PFMEA and Health & Safety, and contribute to schedules and CapEx planning.

Conocimientos

Electrical harnessing

Manufacturing engineering

LEAN

Teamwork

English communication

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Electrical/Electronic

Herramientas

CATIA Electrical Module

Excel VBA

Windchill

SAP or ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Introduction: An opportunity for a Harness / Electrical & Electronics Manufacturing Engineer – Spacecraft AIT has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space in Getafe (Madrid). Brief description of the department’s mission: The selected candidate will join the Technological Areas Team, supporting a specific set of Space projects. The purpose of the Manufacturing Engineer (ME) is to deliver an end-to-end, time- and cost-optimized harness manufacturing and integration process that meets project requirements while complying with Airbus business standards, practices and procedures. As a key role at Project level, the Manufacturing Engineer participates in product definition, manufacturing process definition and integration technology selection, ensuring that time, cost and quality requirements are achieved. This includes applying principles such as modularization, standardization, LEAN, shared integrated systems, accessibility, industrial viability, eco-efficiency and ergonomics.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Define and optimize the manufacturing and integration process for electrical harness activities, including build process, work sequence, process flow, lead times, critical paths, skills mapping, resources, industrial means and production constraints, in accordance with Airbus operational standards. Concur with Engineering during the development phase to ensure that design solutions are feasible and compatible with the industrial system, contributing to the definition of the as-planned structure together with Engineering and the Mechanical Design Office. Prepare and maintain the Manufacturing Dossier and work preparation documentation, including Manufacturing Procedures, Work Orders, Manufacturing Bill of Material, work instructions, data collection documents, electrical test documentation, Material & Processes Selection Lists and Standard Selection Lists. Provide technical support to Production and AIT teams during shopfloor execution of breadboards, Qualification and Flight Models, fostering regular feedback loops with Production and Quality. Support may also include activities at customer sites, supplier facilities or spaceports during launch campaigns. Drive industrial performance and continuous improvement, analyzing manufacturing technologies and capabilities available at the Space Spain Plant and extended industrial partners, integrating Quality, PFMEA and Health & Safety requirements, and contributing to SQCDP panels, schedule reviews, recovery plans and capability deployment for new products and processes. Contribute to project industrial planning, bids and investments, providing inputs to industrial planning, costs and schedules, production line balancing, process times, estimated lead times, resource optimization and CapEx planning, while supporting the identification and specification of required industrial assets such as jigs, tools, tooling and machines.

SKILLS

• Education: Degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Electronic, Systems Engineering or a related discipline. A lower qualification may also be considered when supported by a high level of relevant professional experience in the required disciplines.
• Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in a production environment, preferably related to Space products, Manufacturing Engineering or electrical/electronic manufacturing and testing processes for the Space industry.
• Technical knowledge: Good understanding of electrical engineering and systems, with knowledge and experience in manufacturing activities related to electrical harness products. Understanding of manufacturing techniques and aerospace standards such as ECSS, ESCC and MIL is required, as well as the ability to prepare and understand clear manufacturing documentation and instructions.
• Digital tools: Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of CATIA Electrical Module, Excel VBA, Google Apps Script, Windchill, SAP or other ERP systems will be valued.
• Soft skills: Strong teamwork and communication skills, process- and quality-driven mindset with high attention to detail, self-motivation, adaptability to changing priorities in a multi-project environment, good planning and time-management skills.
• Valuable / Nice to have: Knowledge and experience related to RF & Antennas products will be valued. Previous experience supporting Spacecraft AIT activities, Qualification or Flight Models would also be an advantage.
• Languages: Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Availability: Ability to work off-site for undefined periods at short notice when required. The work schedule may vary depending on operational needs and may occasionally require extended hours and flexibility.

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. 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].

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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