Aircraft Performance Engineer (d/f/m)

Job description

Job Description

Airbus Defence and Space / Aircraft Performance Engineer / Getafe (Madrid) An opportunity for an Aircraft Performance Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid). The selected candidate will join the Aircraft Performance team within the Flight Physics Centre of Competence (CoC). This German-Spanish organization is responsible for the flight physics deliverables for all Airbus Defence & Space fixed-wing Aircraft programmes.

You will help shape the future of air power solutions while driving strategic targets such as digitalization, standardization, simplification, and operational excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Take accountability for aircraft performance activities contributing to current and future programs, R&D/T, certification processes, and negotiations with authorities. Evaluate the impact of aircraft and engine configuration changes on performance, supporting the design phase of new programs and derivatives. Carry out performance studies to support sales campaigns, RFPs, customer enquiries, and flight operations (tools, documentation, and in-service queries).

Support flight data analysis activities for development, certification, training, and incident or accident investigations. Implement capability, technology, and digitalization roadmaps to ensure the harmonization and maintenance of tools and data management. Contribute to the continuous improvement of Aircraft Performance processes, ensuring the highest quality standards in technical dossier content and OTOCOQ delivery.

SKILLS

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Education: Minimum Master’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering.

Experience

3-5 years of experience in Aircraft Performance (development, flight test, and certification).

Soft skills

Strategic thinker with an owner mentality, ability to work under pressure, passionate about continuous improvement, and highly customer-focused. Strong communication and conflict management skills. Willingness to travel as required.

Languages

Negotiation level in English.

Valuable / Nice to have

German and/or Spanish skills are preferred. 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. 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. 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.

Air bus is, and always has been, co mmitted 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 [email protected]. 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: Flight & Space Physics 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, 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.