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). The primary advantage of this location is to foster cross-divisional synergies. You will interact regularly with all other organisations of EBS & ET and within AH (strategy, business, finance, HR, communication, legal...).
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.
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.
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: Under the guidance of the Head of IP, ensure that early-stage consortium agreements and proposal structures safeguard Airbus Helicopters' Intellectual Property rights.
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.
Knowledge of Public Procurement of Innovation processes (PPI) is a plus.
Spanish speaker (native) with a deep understanding of Spanish institutions and fluent in English (negotiation level).
A strong commitment to acting with integrity and identifying compliance risks to protect the company's reputation.
Airbus Helicopters España, SA Employment Type: Permanent ------- Experience Level: Professional Job Family: We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Wherever possible, we foster versátil working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

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