Lead Engineer - Methods & Tools

Airbus; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus India Private Limited in Bengaluru is seeking a Lead Engineer in the Methods & Tools Team. You will design, build, and extend backend Java applications, microservices, and tools for electrical harness design and systems integration.

The role emphasizes Siemens Capital integration with Capital Logic, Harness XC, and APIs, plus domain modeling of EWIS and wiring schematics, and collaboration with aerospace engineers. On-site in Bengaluru.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional Java/J2EE development experience in relevant domains.
• Strong Java core, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA, RESTful APIs, and design patterns.
• Solid understanding of electrical wiring schematics, harnesses, EWIS.
• Hands-on Siemens Capital suite development and integration experience.
• Degree in Electrical/Aerospace/CS or related field.
• Familiarity with XML/JSON data transformation and DB optimization.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop backend Java applications and microservices.
• Create plugins and data bridges for Siemens Capital integration.
• Model domain structures for EWIS and wiring schematics.
• Integrate ECAD/MCAD with PLM systems via APIs.

Skills

Java (7+ yrs)

Spring Boot

Hibernate/JPA

RESTful APIs

Maven/Gradle

OO design/multi-threading

Agile/Scrum

Education

Electrical/Aerospace/CS degree

Related field degree

Tools

Siemens Capital (Capital Logic)

Harness XC

Capital API integration

Job description

Lead Engineer - Methods & Tools Team: Airbus India - Engineering Methods & Tools

About the team: We are a transverse team working with different core engineering verticals in Airbus. The USP of this team is working in a multi-functional environment providing digital solutions to engineering problems. The team is composed of people with Core Engineering domain knowledge complemented by software development skills. The team plays an enabler role in various digitization initiatives across Airbus utilizing the latest technologies and the domain knowledge they have.

We are seeking a Senior Java Developer with 7+ years of core software engineering experience and a background in electrical engineering or aerospace domains. In this role, you will design, customize, and build advanced software solutions and tools, with a focus on electrical harness design and systems integration. Hands-on product development or integration experience with Siemens Capital (formerly Mentor Graphics Capital) is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Software Architecture & Development: Design, build, and optimize backend Java applications, microservices, and custom extensions for complex electrical system design platforms.
• Siemens Capital Integration: Develop custom plugins, custom actions, data bridges, and automation rules using the Siemens Capital API (Capital Logic, Capital Harness XC, Capital Enterprise Integrator).
• Domain Modeling: Translate complex electrical harness structures, wiring schematics, pinouts, and EWIS (Electrical Wiring Interconnection System) rules into robust, scalable software models.
• System Interoperability: Build APIs and integration pipelines between ECAD software, MCAD platforms (e.g., CATIA, Siemens NX), and PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter, Enovia).
• Technical Leadership: Conduct code reviews, establish best practices for Java and API development, and collaborate with cross-functional aerospace/electrical engineering teams.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 7 years of professional software development experience in Java/J2EE within electrical, aerospace, defense, or automotive engineering environments.
• Core Technical Stack: Advanced proficiency in Core Java (Java 11+, object-oriented architecture, multi-threading, RESTful APIs, design patterns). Deep experience with enterprise Java frameworks (Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA, Maven/Gradle).
• Domain Expertise: Solid understanding of electrical wiring schematics, harness layout, pin-to-pin connectivity, or aerospace EWIS standards.
• Platform Expertise: Hands-on development experience with Siemens Capital suite (Capital Logic, Harness XC, Systems Architect) and its custom plugin/API ecosystem.
• Preferred Qualifications Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Exposure to XML, JSON data transformation pipelines, and database optimization (PostgreSQL, Oracle).
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development practices, Git, and automated CI/CD pipelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Exposure to XML, JSON data transformation pipelines, and database optimization (PostgreSQL, Oracle).
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development practices, Git, and automated CI/CD pipelines.

Company: Airbus India Private Limited

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Digital

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.

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 proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment.

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment.