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 in functional avionics d

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