Powerplant Engineer

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space SAU

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2018 it generated revenues of € 64 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world's leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.

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Job Description

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Description of the job :
A vacancy for a Powerplant Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence & Space in Getafe .
The successful applicant will join Engineering Department .
A Powerplant Engineer is required to work in the design, development and implementation activities of the Powerplant for a major aircraft project. He / she will integrate in a multidisciplinary team supporting the development of an aircraft.

Task & accountabilities :
Your main tasks and responsibilities will include:
• To integrate the engine, propeller and rest of related systems into the Powerplant and within the aircraft.
• To ensure that the Powerplant integration adequately includes all the aircraft requirements.
• To support in the definition of the adequate means of substantiation of the Powerplant integration and perform the resulting tasks.
• To co-ordinate between the Powerplant group and the rest of the disciplines to rationalise its integration in the aircraft.
• To propose, discuss and agree the physical and functional interfaces of the Powerplant internally and with the rest of the aircraft.
• To ensure proper development and documentation of the integration activities.
• To provide advice of the implications and technical risks associated to the Powerplant integration process.
• To analyse the Powerplant development, certification and qualification tests, as necessary, for evaluation of the integration and definition of modifications if needed.
• To analyse in-service anomalies, incidents and accidents related to the Powerplant, providing the necessary support for Continuous Airworthiness of in-service aircraft fleets.
• To analyse the customer requests and their impact in the Powerplant: compliance / non compliance and, if necessary, the corresponding modifications.
• To define and coordinate the integration of applicable Powerplant modifications resulting from either in service anomalies or new customer requirements. These activities shall meet the aforementioned Powerplant requirements for new aircraft developments, such as the Validation and Verification of the design modifications against requirements, interface and coordination with other aircraft systems and disciplines, adequate documentation, etc.
• Develop and integrate complex Powerplant health data-driven models and algorithms for on-board and ground applications for multiprogramme platforms (C295, A400M, A330MRTT, Combat, UAS), matching the required safety, quality and performance levels according to Airbus systems engineering processes and the needs of our customers.

Required skills :
We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:
• Aeronautical Engineer or equivalent (Master or similar).
• Experience in Powerplant development activities is desirable covering, at least partially, one aircraft development cycle, preferably in turboprops. Experience in similar or related activities can be accepted as an alternative.
• Experience with Predictive Analytics, Health or Maintenance Systems, Artificial Intelligences or Machinge Leaning Algorithms will be highly appreciated.
• Knowledge of Airbus tools, Python or Matlab will be highly appreciated.
• English as working language: fluent in writing and conversation.
• Good communication ability: with customers and suppliers, either external or internal. He / She will be involved in calls/ meetings with customers and other partners.
• Ready for travelling and stay in different locations upon programme needs.
• Ready to integrate in a multidisciplinary team.

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.

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.