Communication Systems Product Manager for Combat Aircraft

ag· 2164 Airbus Defence and Space SAU
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📍 Getafe AreaFull time

About this role

Job Description:

Summary

A position as a Communication Systems Product Manager for Combat Aircraft has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space in Getafe, Madrid.

The mission of this position is to Lead the overall design, development and qualification/certification of the Communications System (HW and SW) to satisfy customer and regulatory requirements as well as programme cost and schedule needs.

The jobholder is responsible for the delivery of the complete Communications System in a given Program, focusing on the technical aspects of the engineering deliverables, schedule, cost, quality and risk management up to final customer acceptance.

The Communications System encompasses the HW and SW elements of the Audio Management System, the Radios and all the different Tactical and Mission Datalinks, including SATCOM.


Tasks & accountabilities

The tasks are the following:

- Input: Customer needs/requirements, program constraints, regulatory/qualification requirements, technology readiness, engineering capability and capacity.
- Output: All technical decisions necessary for an efficient development and testing, on time delivery and customer acceptance for their operations.

A specific focus on leadership is required for an operational management of the multifunctional teams and for the liaison with the Chief Engineering Office, Program Office and Customer. The roleholder will have to manage development, qualification and certification of the Communications System of Combat Aircraft from the offer phase to product delivery. This includes all the development lifecycle of the product up to the clearance for flight.


Requirements

- Educated in an Aeronautical, Telecommunications or other Engineering degree or related discipline.
- At least 5 years of experience in an Engineering related field.
- Avionics (and Communications in particular) HW and SW integration experience will be specially valued.
- Background in technical team management.
- Background in project Management.
- Networking skills.
- Leadership and team motivation skills.
- Communication and decision making capabilities.
- English :Negotiation level.
- Spanish :Negotiation level.
- Availability to travel
 

WHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE? 

At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:

  • Vacation days and additional days-off along the year (+35 working days off in total).

  • Attractive salary and compensation package.

  • Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance (40% remote work).

  • Collective transport service in some sites.

  • Benefits such as health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.

  • On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office.

  • Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility  initiatives.

  • Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.

  • Special rates in products & benefits.

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 Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Computing&Comm and Info& Data Processing

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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This Communication Systems Product Manager for Combat Aircraft role at ag is based in Getafe Area. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Communication Systems Product Manager for Combat Aircraft role in the 2164 Airbus Defence and Space SAU department at ag.
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