OverviewYou contribute to a cross-divisional project shaping autonomous flight for UAS.
In Getafe, you lead preliminary design and integration work on experimental platforms, tackling multi-system interfaces and rapid prototyping.
You collaborate with engineering teams to ensure airworthiness, structural integrity, and SWaP-C optimization for test missions.
This role offers hands-on influence on cutting-edge flight test programs and sensor payload integration.
You will work in a fast-paced R&D; environment with a strong emphasis on practical, robust solutions.
ResponsabilidadesLead preliminary mechanical, structural, and electrical design for UAS prototypes and modular payload enclosures
Define and manage ICDs for attachments, power, thermal, and data interconnects between sensors and flight test platforms
Conduct platform integration studies to adapt systems into diverse flight assets, ensuring balance and minimal aeromechanical impact
Accelerate iterations with rapid manufacturing, 3D printing, CNC fabrication, and wire harness integration
Oversee ground integration, fit-checks, and thermal/EMI risk reduction prior to flight trials
Coordinate with structural, system safety,



and airworthiness teams to establish permit-to-fly documentation and safe-for-flight criteria
Balance payload requirements with airframe boundaries, optimizing SWaP-C across variants
Requisitos principales5+ years in aerospace mechanical design, physical systems integration, or rapid prototyping
Proven ability to develop multi-disciplinary ICDs and integrate airborne equipment
Proficiency in 3D CAD (CATIA V5/3DX, SolidWorks) for preliminary packaging and assemblies
Understanding of weight and balance, load paths, thermal dissipation, and basic aerodynamics for external modifications
Hands-on prototyping: additive manufacturing, tooling, and harness assembly
Familiarity with modification design principles, DO-160 environmental qualification, and experimental flight permits (EASA/national authorities)
Systems thinking with pragmatic approach in fast-paced R&D;
Fluent English (C1) and Spanish
Willingness to travel nationally and to Europe for flight testing
collaborative mindset
systems thinking
pragmatic and decisive technical judgment
3D CAD (CATIA V5/3DX, SolidWorks)
multi-disciplinary ICD development
rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing

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