Materials and Processes Engineer - LO Laboratory and pre-prototyping area manager

Prestwick Aerosystems; Getafe; Híbrido; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Study grants

On-site facilities

Descripción de la vacante

Airbus Defence and Space SAU in Getafe, Spain, seeks an Engineer or Scientist to lead Materials & Processes development for Low Observability materials. You will join the M&P Development group within the Airframe organization and build a new laboratory for LO material mixing and pre-prototyping, balancing high technical depth with leadership responsibilities.

The role requires a 5+ year background in materials and processes, lab management experience, proficiency in English and Spanish, and

Formación

• Degree in Engineering or Science required.
• Master's degree highly valued.
• 5+ years in materials and processes with lab experience.
• Laboratory/pre-prototyping management experience desirable.
• Strong knowledge of REACH and Airbus standards.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare new building: define requirements, CapEx dossier, safety, and financial plan.
• Manage new building: oversee maintenance and calibration of equipment.
• Develop materials: support R&D for composites, metals, coatings, and elastomerics.
• Lead testing activities for Low Observability materials.
• Define test plans for new technologies and materials.
• Conduct failure analysis for assigned scope.
• Provide technical support to services and industrial environments.

Conocimientos

Materials & Processes

Lab management

English

Spanish

Problem solving

Educación

Degree in Engineering or Science

Master's degree valued

Herramientas

REACH knowledge

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

The successful applicant will join Materials & Process Department (TADAP3, M&P Development) as part of Airframe organization. We are looking for an Engineer or Sciences Degree with experience and general background in Materials and Processes (Composites, Metals, Surface Treatments, Paints, Sealants and Elastomeric Technologies, specially in relation with materials with Low Observability characteristics). Experience in laboratory environment is required. Main task will be to prepare new building and manage new laboratory for LO material mixing and testing and pre-prototyping area. The position requires a good balance between a high technical expertise in M&P projects, materials and associated processes in general and managerial skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare new building: Preparation of requirement dossier for the building, prepare CapEx process dossier, coordination of needs of all departments, establish compliant Health and Safety measures, prepare the financial plan...
• Manage new building: once the building is finished, maintenance and follow up of the activities, maintenance and calibration of equipments, maintenance of the area, Assurance of compliance for Health and Safety, area management...
• Materials and Processes Development: support the research, development, and optimization of composite materials, metals, surface treatments, paints, sealants, and elastomeric technologies. Support the preparation of test samples.
• Representation and Leadership: Represent TADAP3 in project meetings, MFT's, and task groups. Lead the testing development activities of Low Observability materials
• Test Plans Definition: Support to define test plans for R&T, design, and development of new technologies and materials.
• Failure Analysis: Conduct future failure analysis for the assigned scope.
• Support to Services and Industrial Environment: Provide technical support to services, CML, and the industrial environment.

Skills

• Academic: Degree in Engineering or Science.
• A Master's degree in Engineering or Science is highly valued.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in materials and processes, with a comprehensive understanding of appropriate test methods. Laboratory experience is required. Experience in management of laboratory/pre-prototyping area is desirable.
• Technical Skills: Experience in scientific and technological laboratories (materials analysis, physical observation of samples). Experience in qualifications and development of new material, processes and suppliers. Knowledge of aircraft maintenance, services, and CML. Deep knowledge of REACH. Experience in impact analysis and problem-solving. Knowledge of material requirements for Airbus standards and quality standards. Experience in material technology development. Knowledge of materials for low observability applications, as well as thermal or electrical functionalities.
• Soft Skills: Flexibility, interpersonal skills, ability to find solutions, and capacity to handle pressure. Advanced level of English and Spanish. Other languages are also appreciated. Availability for relatively frequent travel. Experience in international environment.

Benefits

• 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.

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: Materials & Processes

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.

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.