Job Description:
An opportunity for an *Instrument Functional Engineer* has arisen within* Airbus Defence and Space*, Getafe (Madrid). The selected candidate will join the Functional Avionics Engineering Department, responsible for all functional avionics activities for satellite platforms and instruments.
Working in a multidisciplinary engineering team alongside electrical, system, and MTP engineering, the candidate will contribute to high-profile missions like PAZ2, Spainsat NG, and ADLER . The role offers the opportunity to gain expertise in active antenna payloads while ensuring on-cost, on-time, and on-quality product deliveries to customers .
*RESPONSIBILITIES*
The main tasks of the jobholder will be:
- *Manage technical aspects of functional activities* with a focus on instrument interfaces and operational procedure testing/validation .
- *Support instrument software development* and technical follow-up of subcontracted equipment development .
- *Coordinate with the AIT team *on test system definitions, system integration, test preparations, and report reviews .




- *Support operations and maintain user manuals* during In-Orbit Commissioning (IOC) .
- *Assist Quality Teams in anomaly investigations *(NRBs) and collaborate with cross-functional engineering disciplines throughout the project lifecycle .
- *Elaborate technical documentation*, deliver presentations, support project technical reviews, and lead supplier reviews .

*SKILLS*
Is your profile aligned to the following list of skills? Apply We are looking forward to know you:
- *Education:* Aeronautical, Industrial Engineering degree, or a related discipline .
- *Experience:* Early-career profile with exposure to space systems or functional avionics .
- *Soft skills:* Strong adaptability, team player mindset, and the ability to work in close collaboration within a multidisciplinary environment .
- *Languages:* Advanced level in English & Spanish (both written & spoken) .
- *Technical knowledge:* Knowledge

📌 Airbus - Instrument Functional Engineer (Early Career) (Getafe)
🏢 Airbus
📍 Getafe