Tactical Communications Lab Test Engineer

Airbus; Getafe; Hybrid; EUR 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Employee stock options

Study grants

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space SAU in Getafe is seeking a Tactical Communications Lab Test Engineer to join the Flight & Integration Test Centre. You will design rig test cases, prepare pre-test data, and execute tests on virtual and physical rigs, supporting on-aircraft testing and data analysis.

The role requires 2–6 years in system testing of tactical communications, strong knowledge of Datalinks (Link 16/22/VMF) and LabVIEW-based tools, plus English and Spanish proficiency and NATO/ITAR

Qualifications

• Education: BSc or MSc degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Radiocommunications, Industrial ( Electronics ) Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 2 to 6 years of experience in system testing (hands-on or hands-off rig testing) in Tactical/Mission/Safety Communication systems or similar technologies.
• Technical knowledge: Deep knowledge of COMMS Systems Under Test (Tactical Datalinks like Link 16/22/VMF, SATCOM, V/UHF Radios, Comm Servers) and test support tools.
• Hands-on experience with Lab Equipment and Simulators (e.g., 1553 Databus Analysers, TIGER, MIGATO, LEGS, AIDASS, LabView).
• Requirements interpretation, test scripting, and systems behavior assessment.
• Languages: Advanced level in both English and Spanish (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Design & Specification: Analyze technical documentation and design requirements to build coherent Rig Test Cases, procedures, and test specifications for Rigs and validation environments.
• Test Preparation: Create necessary pre-test data sets, including simulation requirements, test scripts, initialization files, and tactical scenarios.
• Execution & Integration: Execute test steps on Virtual Testing environments, Subsystem Rigs, and Global System Integration Rigs (operating tools like MaTE, AIDASS, or datalink simulators), as well as supporting on-aircraft ground and flight testing.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Assess system behavior, analyze test results, and generate comprehensive test reporting documentation.
• Problem Management: Identify, declare, and manage Equipment and System Problem Reports throughout their lifecycle, performing deep-root cause investigations.
• Tooling & Process Management: Manage lifecycle control tools (DOORS, Octane, FTNet) and specify custom test tools (decoding, emulation, automation) including their qualification.

Skills

Tactical Datalinks

Lab Equipment

System testing

Data analysis

Team player

Autonomous

Education

BSc or MSc in Telecommunications Engineering or related

Tools

LabView

DOORS

Octane

FTNet

AIDASS

Job description

Job Description:An opportunity for a Tactical Communications Lab Test Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space in Getafe (Madrid).The selected candidate will join the Flight & Integration Test Centre , working in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment supporting all major aircraft and defence programs in Airbus Defence and Space (such as Eurofighter, A400M, C295, Eurodrone, SIRTAP, Helicopters, and FCAS).Are you someone who enjoys getting hands-on with complex systems, interrogating generated data, and rigorously assessing system performance? If you are excited by technical challenges, fault-finding, and resolving complex problems with creative solutions and a digital mindset, we would love to have you as part of our team!RESPONSIBILITIESThe main tasks of the jobholder will be:Design & Specification: Analyze technical documentation and design requirements to build coherent Rig Test Cases, procedures, and test specifications for Rigs and validation environments.Test Preparation: Create necessary pre-test data sets, including simulation requirements, test scripts, initialization files, and tactical scenarios.Execution & Integration: Execute test steps on Virtual Testing environments, Subsystem Rigs, and Global System Integration Rigs (operating tools like MaTE, AIDASS, or datalink simulators), as well as supporting on-aircraft ground and flight testing.Data Analysis & Reporting: Assess system behavior, analyze test results, and generate comprehensive test reporting documentation.Problem Management: Identify, declare, and manage Equipment and System Problem Reports throughout their lifecycle, performing deep-root cause investigations.Tooling & Process Management: Manage lifecycle control tools (DOORS, Octane, FTNet) and specify custom test tools (decoding, emulation, automation) including their qualification.SKILLSIs your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to knowing you:Education: BSc or MSc degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Radiocommunications, Industrial (Electronics) Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or a related discipline.Experience: 2 to 6 years of experience in system testing (hands-on or hands-off rig testing) in Tactical/Mission/Safety Communication systems or similar technologies.Technical knowledge: Deep knowledge of COMMS Systems Under Test (Tactical Datalinks like Link 16/22/VMF, SATCOM, V/UHF Radios, Comm Servers) and test support tools.Hands-on experience with Lab Equipment and Simulators (e.g., 1553 Databus Analysers, TIGER, MIGATO, LEGS, AIDASS, LabView).Requirements interpretation, test scripting, and systems behavior assessment.Languages: Advanced level in both English and Spanish (written and spoken).Soft skills: Proactive problem solver, open-minded, team player, autonomous, with strong networking skills and ability to meet strict milestones.Valuable / Requirements: Active NATO security clearance (or eligibility to obtain it) and eligibility for ITAR and National Export Control authorizations.WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year.Attractive salary and special bonus payments.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 with more than 140 nationalities.Option to access special rates in products & benefits.#MYCYMThis 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 SAUEmployment Type:Permanent-Experience Level:ProfessionalJob Family:Testing By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.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] .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.