System Chief Engineer

Clue; Málaga; Híbrido; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading technology firm in Málaga is seeking a System Chief Engineer to provide end-to-end technical leadership across aviation projects. The ideal candidate will guide multidisciplinary teams, ensuring project compliance with regulations and high performance standards. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and a supportive environment, with a flexible working schedule and competitive benefits including 27 vacation days and private medical insurance.

Servicios

27 flexible vacation days

Private medical insurance

Daily healthy lunch

Formación

• Experience in avionic systems and embedded computer development.
• Previous experience leading multidisciplinary teams in complex engineering programs.
• Deep knowledge of certification processes (DO-254, DO-178C, ARP4754A).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Strong command of English (spoken and written).

Responsabilidades

• Provide comprehensive technical direction across all engineering domains.
• Lead and oversee system integration and end-to-end testing.
• Serve as the final authority on major technical and architectural decisions.
• Act as the principal technical interface for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to applicable standards and regulations.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Team-oriented

Educación

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field

Herramientas

Certification processes knowledge (DO-254, DO-178C, ARP4754A)

Embedded systems knowledge

Descripción del empleo

Clue keeps on growing!

We are now hiring a System Chief Engineer!

If you have a proactive attitude, demonstrate autonomy, and take ownership of your daily tasks applying the best quality principles and attention to detail.

You are willing to share your ideas, in a humble manner and have the ability and eagerness to learn. As well, you take pride in your work and know that your team is your first customer.

Let's go deep into detail!

About Clue

Clue 's motto is to create simple solutions to big problems.

We research, design, and produce innovative electronic systems for the aerospace industry. Our main areas of expertise are safety-critical embedded system design, artificial intelligence, and high-performance computing for avionics. We collaborate in R&D projects with the global key players and develop disruptive products from scratch.

We are committed to excellence and efficiency in everything we do. We are aware of the importance of generating creative ideas and meeting deadlines, accepting new challenges and facing the problems we may find. To this end, we are in continuous learning and managing change.

What is the job about?

At Clue Technologies, the Chief Engineer is responsible for providing end-to-end technical leadership and governance across programs. This role ensures the coherence, integrity, and technical excellence of engineering solutions from concept to certification, aligning them with business objectives, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements.

As a senior technical authority, the Chief Engineer defines the program’s technical strategy and architecture, makes key engineering decisions, and provides oversight across all disciplines to ensure robust, certifiable, and high-performing systems.

What will you do?

Technical Leadership and Oversight

1. Provide comprehensive technical direction and leadership across all engineering domains.
2. Define and evolve the program’s technical and architectural roadmap in line with company strategy and customer needs.
3. Ensure alignment of all technical efforts with program objectives, schedule, and quality targets.
4. Mentor and guide multidisciplinary engineering teams, promoting excellence, collaboration, and adherence to best practices.

System Integration, Test, and Validation

1. Lead and oversee system integration and end-to-end testing to verify compliance with functional, performance, and safety requirements.
2. Ensure validation activities meet customer, regulatory, and certification standards.
3. Coordinate and resolve complex technical issues affecting system-level performance or compliance.

Technical Decision-Making and Governance

1. Serve as the final authority on major technical and architectural decisions, ensuring coherent and maintainable system designs.
2. Chair key design, integration, and review boards, maintaining systematic technical oversight and progress tracking.
3. Establish and enforce engineering standards, processes, and quality criteria to ensure technical integrity throughout the product lifecycle.

Stakeholder Technical Liaison

1. Act as the principal technical interface for internal and external stakeholders, including customers, partners, regulatory bodies, and senior management.
2. Translate complex technical information into clear, actionable communication to support strategic decisions and customer confidence.
3. Support contract and proposal activities with credible technical inputs and risk assessments.

Compliance, Certification, and Standards Assurance

1. Ensure adherence to applicable standards and regulations (e.g., ARP4754A, DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4761).
2. Approve and monitor compliance and certification strategies, ensuring safety, airworthiness, and quality requirements are fully met.
3. Sponsor system safety and reliability assessments, promoting a proactive safety culture.

Risk and Opportunity Management

1. Identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks affecting program delivery and performance.
2. Drive continuous improvement and innovation, exploring new technologies, methods, and processes that enhance competitiveness and efficiency.

What profile are we looking for?

We need you to be :

Mandatory

1. Experience in avionic systems and embedded computer development

2. Previous experience leading multidisciplinary teams in complex engineering programs

3. Deep knowledge of certification processes (DO-254, DO-178C, ARP4754A)

4. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field

5. Excellent leadership, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills

6. Strong command of English (spoken and written)

It will be an added value if you have :

1. Experience with airworthiness authorities and certification audits
2. Familiarity with industrialization processes and manufacturing environments
3. Background in system integration and validation
4. Experience in defense or aerospace strategic programs (e.g., FCAS)
5. Knowledge of engineering lifecycle management and digital continuity tools

What skills do we value?

You are a strategic thinker.

You have a proactive attitude, demonstrate autonomy and take ownership of your daily tasks.

You are a leader, you are the person to ask when making choices.

Good analytical and problem‑solving skills are key to excelling as an engineer. These define you.

You have the ability and eagerness to learn.

You understand that to go far, you go together, you are team‑oriented and humble.

You take pride in your work and you know that your team is your first customer, you value quality and attention to detail.

The ability to process negative feedback and remain professional.

Communication is key; your written and spoken English skills are very good.

What do we offer?

Within a full‑time position, you will be part of a passionate team, have opportunities to learn and promote. We offer an indefinite contract and competitive salary, according to your profile.

Clue promotes schedule flexibility. Either if you prefer to come to the office, or work remotely from home, you will share a friendly environment in any of our offices in Madrid or Malaga.

We have a benefits package which includes 27 flexible vacation days, private medical insurance, and even a healthy lunch served daily for the staff at the office!

Clue is committed to the diversity of its teams and an inclusive work environment. We value competencies and skills, regardless of gender, social and cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We are waiting for you to apply!