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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.

Structural Engineer JST - Eurofighter

Airbus Spain

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Job Description:

An exciting opportunity for a Structural Analysis Engineer has arisen within the Aerospace Airframe Engineering Centre of Competence (CoC) at Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).

The selected candidate will join the Joint Structures Team (JST) on the Eurofighter Plateau. Our mission is to represent Spanish interests in the structural qualification and certification of the Eurofighter weapon system. The team is multicultural and transnational, working in constant contact with partners in Germany, Italy, and the UK. The jobholder will reinforce our Airframe domain, participating in the definition, implementation, and support of complex systems to ensure structural integrity throughout the aircraft's life cycle.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate structural analysis and qualification documentation to ensure compliance with military design approvals.
Manage fatigue qualification activities and structural integrity assessments for the Eurofighter program.
Lead the coordination of structural tests and the implementation of Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) solutions.
Define technical solutions for repairs and material selection in collaboration with international EPC representatives.
Support future export campaigns by providing expertise in airframe architecture and mission system integration.
Translate complex structural topics into clear technical reports and certification deliverables for stakeholders.

SKILLS

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

Education: Aeronautical or Industrial Engineering degree or a related discipline.
Experience: At least 5 years in Structural Analysis, Airframe Engineering, or Fatigue Qualification.
Soft skills: High adaptability to work in networking mode, strong negotiation skills, and ability to take ownership of tasks.
Languages: Advanced level in English (C1).
Technical knowledge: Strong background in structural integrity, abstract thinking for complex systems, and technical documentation.
Valuable: Experience in international defense programs or knowledge of the Eurofighter architecture will be valued.

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, promoting the work-life balance.
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:

Mechanics & Mechatronics

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