Job Description:

We are looking for a key player to transform our technological roadmaps into reality by identifying strategic public funding opportunities, building collaborative consortia, and securing public financing for our R&T; projects in Spain.

The position is functionally attached to the Head of Engineering Spain (EBST) and reports operationally to the Research and Innovation Leader in Spain (ETR).

Your working environment:

You will be based in Getafe, co-located with other divisions of the Airbus Group. The primary advantage of this location is to foster cross-divisional synergies. You will also be in close contact with AH facilities in Albacete.

You will interact regularly with all other organisations of EBS & ET and within AH (strategy, business, finance, HR, communication, legal…).

Your challenges:

Funding Intelligence & Strategy:

Actively monitor, analyze, and map European (e.g., Clean Aviation, Horizon Europe, EDF), National (e.g., CDTI, MINTUR, SEPIDES, Ministry of Defence/DGAM/PLATIN), and Regional funding landscapes to identify strategic financing opportunities for Airbus Helicopters España.

Capture & Bidding Management:

Lead and drive the capture strategy and preparation of high-quality proposals for public funding, industrial investment, and procurement calls (including R&D; grants, CAPEX/industrialization funds, and PPI), ensuring full alignment with our technology roadmaps. Prepare and complete the bidding dossier in complementarity with other research activities performed by AH in Europe.

Strategic Lobbying & Influence:

Actively lobby, influence, and align external public and private stakeholders to defend Airbus Helicopters’ technological roadmap and strategy.





Consortium Building & Alliances:

Lead the early-stage setup of proposals and build collaborative consortia, establishing and maintaining relationships with key industrial partners, SMEs, universities, and research centers in Spain and Europe.

Handover & Coordination:

Seamlessly coordinate with the colleagues in charge of R&T; projects execution to ensure a smooth transition of proposals from capture to formal contract signature. Support project execution and justification when necessary.

Technology Alignment:

Coordinate globally with AH R&T; teams and the Engineering Centres of Competence (CoCs) to map their technological roadmaps and capabilities against available funding mechanisms. Communicate in an appropriate way to various internal stakeholders.

IP Protection:

Under the guidance of the Head of IP, ensure that early-stage consortium agreements and proposal structures safeguard Airbus Helicopters’ Intellectual Property rights.

Your profile:

Experience:

More than 10 years of professional experience, with at least 5 years directly dedicated to R&D; public funding capture in high-tech, defense, or aerospace sectors.

Technical Background:

Strong aeronautical technical background combined with a solid understanding of complex engineering systems and technology roadmaps.





Network & Relationships:

Extensive and pre-existing network within national and European funding bodies (specifically requiring established contacts within the Spanish Ministry of Defence, DGAM, and DIGEID/PLATIN, alongside other relevant entities like CDTI or MINTUR), as well as with key aerospace and defense sector companies in Spain and Europe.

Funding Expertise:

Proven track record in navigating European programs (Clean Aviation, Horizon Europe, EDF) and National/Regional funding mechanisms (such as CDTI or MINTUR). Experience in collaborative R&D; grants is essential. Knowledge of Public Procurement of Innovation processes (PPI) is a plus.

Mindset & Teamwork:

Innovative mindset with a strong “team player” attitude, demonstrated capacity to work in cross-organizational contexts and influence heterogeneous teams.

Autonomy:

Ability to drive complex capture campaigns and orchestrate multi-partner consortia autonomously .

Language & Culture:

Spanish speaker (native) with a deep understanding of Spanish institutions and fluent in English (negotiation level).

Integrity:

A strong commitment to acting with integrity and identifying compliance risks to protect the company’s reputation.

Travel:

Availability to travel at a national and European level.

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 Helicopters España, SA

Employment Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Chief Engine

📌 Research & Technology Business Developer (Albacete)
🏢 Airbus
📍 Albacete