Job Description: An opportunity for a Hydraulics & Actuation Systems Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid). The selected candidate will join the Hydraulics and Actuation Team within Airbus Defence and Space. The team is responsible for developing complex aircraft systems, including hydraulic system modifications, Large Weapon Bay (LWB) actuation systems, and EO/IR turret deploying systems for the Military Derivatives programs. The jobholder will reinforce the department by taking part in the definition, design, supplier management, and integration of complex actuation and hydraulic systems to ensure successful certification and operation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Coordinate internal and external workpackages, program planning, and development plans for the Military Derivatives actuation and hydraulic systems.
- Define overall system architectures and designs for LWB actuation, ATA29 hydraulics, and EO/IR lift systems.
- Manage technical interfaces with flight physics, airframe, control/monitoring, and transversal teams (safety and certification).
- Specify actuation equipment and EO/IR lift systems, lead supplier selection, and coordinate supplier activities.
- Define system requirements, installation requirements (including rigging), and system-level Validation & Verification (V&V;) strategies.
- Execute overall system simulations and support test definition across laboratories, ground tests, and flight tests.

SKILLS

We are looking forward to know you:

- Education: Aeronautical or Industrial Engineering degree or a related discipline.
- Experience: At least 5 to 10 years of professional experience in aircraft systems engineering, program management, or team coordination.
- Soft skills:



High adaptability to work on new topics, new business, and in a networking mode.
- Languages: Advanced level in English & Spanish (both written & spoken).
- Technical knowledge: Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems, mechanical systems, aircraft certification processes, and V&V; testing means.
- Valuable / Nice to have: Knowledge of Airbus procedures (commercial and/or Defence and Space) and program management experience will be valued.

WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?

- 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.
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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 GmbH Employment Type: Permanent ------- Experience Level:



Professional Job Family: Fluid & Hydromechanics, Thermal

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📌 Hydraulics & Actuation Systems Engineer (Military Derivatives) (Getafe)
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