Powerplant Integration Engineer

Job Description:

An opportunity for a Powerplant Integration Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).

The selected candidate will join a multidisciplinary team in charge of Engine and Propeller Integration. The team is responsible for the design, development, and implementation activities of the power plant for a major turbo-propeller aircraft project. The jobholder will reinforce our Engineering department, working in close contact with multiple aircraft disciplines (Aerodynamics, Structures, Systems, and Certification) to ensure a successful integration process from development to continuous airworthiness.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The main tasks of the jobholder will be:

• Integrate the engine, propeller, and sub-systems (ventilation, fuel, control, lubrication, etc.) into the Powerplant and the overall aircraft architecture.

• Define physical and functional interfaces of the Powerplant, ensuring all aircraft technical specifications, certification, and safety requirements are met.

• Support validation and verification activities by defining and performing the adequate means of substantiation (analysis, testing, and inspections).

• Analyze flight/ground test data and audits to evaluate powerplant integration, proposing technical modifications or design improvements when necessary.

• Investigate in-service anomalies and incidents to provide technical support for the Continuous Airworthiness of the aircraft fleet.

• Evaluate customer requests and modifications, assessing their technical impact, risks, and compliance with Powerplant requirements.

SKILLS

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

• Education: Aeronautical Engineering degree, Master's degree, or a related discipline.

• Experience: Initial professional experience in Powerplant Integration or related aircraft systems. An Airbus Internship will be highly valued.

• Technical knowledge: Basic knowledge of powerplant integration tools and familiarity with turboprop aircraft development cycles.

• Languages: Advanced level in English (fluent in writing and conversation).

• Soft skills: Strong communication skills for disciplinary coordination, analytical mindset, and ability to assess technical risks.

• Valuable / Nice to have: Experience in verification/validation processes or continuous airworthiness will be valuable.

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:

Entry Level

Job Family:

Powerplant and Propulsion

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