Job Description:

A vacancy for an Aerodynamics Engineer has arisen within Airbus Operations in Getafe Spain. The successful applicant will join the Aerodynamics IGACS department.

Mission of the department and skill group

At Airbus Aerodynamics we are at the heart of aircraft design and the value it delivers to our customers. Our main mission is to deliver suitable aircraft design and configuration for optimum performance. As such we are fully part of the challenges of today in designing a safe aircraft meeting the highest sustainability and operational standards.

We are present throughout the full aircraft life: from the concept selection through the core design phase and onwards into supporting manufacture, flight testing and the aircraft in service. By this we ensure the best-operational and safe use of the aircraft and support our customers as required.

We are aeronautical engineers but also developers and innovators. We make use of cutting edge technologies in our tools: digital enablers are key to ensure our success.

Responsibilities of the job holder

As an Aerodynamic engineer, you will be contributing directly to generating models representing aerodynamics for customers in aircraft loads, aircraft performance and handling qualities. This can involve activities from the early design stage, including application of numerical tools, update and validate design and data through wind-tunnel testing and flight-test.

The role ...

As part of a highly collaborative and transnational team, you will:

• Deliver aerodynamic models and data for aircraft performance, handling qualities and loads assessments.
• Contribute to and define future aerodynamic processes and technologies to keep Airbus at the forefront of innovation.
• Collaborate across transnational project teams and disciplines to secure multi-disciplinary design solutions meeting customer requirements while delivering on time, cost and quality.
• Provide aerodynamic support to manufacturing plants and airlines.
  
  

Experience required:

• You hold a Masters degree in Aeronautical Engineering, with a specialisation in Aerodynamics.
• First experience in aerodynamic numerical simulations/Computational Fluid Dynamics, wind tunnel test or flight test.
• Knowledge of CFD (CAD, meshing, turbulence models, limitations) would be an advantage.
• Good working knowledge of a programming language (preferably Python).
• Familiarity with data science (machine learning and artificial intelligence) would be an advantage.
• Able to take decisions, communicate and influence effectively, and build trustful relationships.
• Aptitude for complex problem solving and innovation.
• Team oriented empowered mindset with strong customer focus.
• You are autonomous, curious, proactive, rigorous, with great attention to detail.
• Fluency in English is mandatory, Spanish is a plus.
  
  

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 plus additional days-off along the year (Apróx. 35 days per year in total).
• Attractive salary.
• Hybrid model of working (40% per quarter) when possible, promoting the work-life balance.
• Collective transport service subject to working calendar/home location.
• Benefits such as life insurance, 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.
• Option to access 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 Operations SL

Employment Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Flight & Space Physics

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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 [email protected] .

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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