Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, specializing in the design, manufacture, and delivery of commercial aircraft, military transports, helicopters, and space systems. As one of the world's largest aerospace companies, it employs over 130,000 people globally and operates as a cornerstone of European industrial collaboration and technological innovation. Spain plays a vital role in Airbus's global operations, hosting major production and engineering centers in Getafe, Seville, and Cádiz. The company is a major employer for international talent in Spain, offering a multicultural work environment where English is the primary language for technical and management roles, alongside comprehensive relocation support for specialized engineering positions.

Airbus was established in 1970 as a European consortium to challenge the dominance of American aerospace manufacturers. It grew through the integration of major national aerospace companies from France, Germany, the UK, and Spain, including the merger with Spain's CASA in 1999.

EOIR Systems Engineer

Airbus Spain

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Job Description:

An opportunity for an EOIR Systems Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, located at Torrejón de Ardoz Air Base (Madrid). The selected candidate will join the ESAOGEL Technical Assistance group within the CLAEX Systems Analysis team, working daily in close contact with the Spanish Air Force. This recently created team is in charge of delivering Electro-Optical and Infra-Red (EO/IR) operational data, electronic warfare capabilities, and countermeasures across multiple military aircraft platforms. The jobholder will reinforce this highly specialized environment, developing tailored solutions for current and future defense needs while directly witnessing how the technology is deployed in real missions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The main tasks of the jobholder will be:

Provide direct technical support and guidance throughout every development stage for the tactical systems under ESAOGEL responsibility.
Define and evaluate operational data for the Spanish Air Force through specialized software, test rigs, and flight tests.
Support the customer on-site during national and international tactical military exercises (e.g., Nube Gris).
Analyze operational performance, review technical documentation, and ensure aircraft weapon systems requirements are fully met.
Collaborate daily with military stakeholders and international partners to implement urgent operational data updates and patches.

SKILLS

Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply! We are looking forward to know you:

Education: Degree in Engineering (Telecommunication, Aeronautical, Electrical, Computer Science) or a related technical discipline.
Experience: Professional experience in Avionics Systems, Electronic Warfare, or Electro-Optics. Junior profiles with strong technical fundamentals and motivation are highly welcome.
Technical knowledge: Basic understanding of Electro-Optical/Infra-Red optics and spectrum propagation. Familiarity with test rigs, avionics weapon systems, or laboratory test equipment.
Languages: Advanced level in English.
Soft skills: High motivation to learn, passion for deep technical topics, high adaptability to a unique military environment, and strong networking skills.
Requirements: Availability to travel (approximately one week every two months) and possession of a personal vehicle, which is a mandatory requirement for daily access to the Air Base facilities.
Valuable / Nice to have: Software development skills, AI technology awareness, or previous experience defining mission and weapon data for flight tests.

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.
On-site working model (no telework possible due to the classified and high-security military environment).
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

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Sub-system development

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