At Airbus UpNext, we fly future technologies at speeds well beyond what seems feasible today. We're looking for passionate individuals to join a new demonstrator project that is shaping the future of sustainable aviation by advancing the aircraft electrification roadmap.

This project will focus on the challenges and opportunities of High Voltage Electrical Systems, which are essential for next-generation, low-emission aircraft part of Airbus ambition to electrify the skies.

As part of a fast-paced, agile team, you will help create a unique, state-of-the-art test facility from the ground up. Your mission will be to explore novel HV technologies at their limits and beyond, generating invaluable data and learnings needed to build the robust and reliable aircraft of tomorrow by safely testing the unsafe.

If you have a burning desire to make an impact and want to work in a startup-like environment backed by the strength of Airbus, this is your opportunity to help us decarbonize the aerospace industry.

This position is based in Getafe ( Spain),



and it comes with a limited contractlinked to the deliverable of the demonstrator (estimated date end of April 2028)

Mission:
As the E2E Bench Manager, reporting directly to the Technical Director, you own the Industrial Test Means pillar. You will act as a technical leader and people manager, guiding a dedicated team of engineers to deliver. You are responsible for the conception, design, manufacturing, installation and commissioning of the complex industrial electrical and mechanical equipment that constitutes the test facility in time and quality. You will ensure the facility can generate, distribute and dissipate HV power - up to 1500 VDC - while safely containing destructive failure events.

Your Main Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership: Lead a high-performing team of 2-3 UpNext Test Means Engineers. You will define objectives, manage their workload and foster a “safety-first” culture within your squad.
- Define the Test

📌 Airbus Upnext Spain (Getafe)
🏢 Airbus Upnext, S. L.
📍 Getafe