Airbus UpNext Spain - Bench Integration & Commissioning Engineer (m/f)

Job Description:

At Airbus UpNext, we fly future technologies at speeds well beyond what seems feasible today. We're looking for passionate individuals to join a new demonstrator project that is shaping the future of sustainable aviation by advancing the aircraft electrification ⚡ ️ roadmap.
 

This project will focus on the challenges and opportunities of High Voltage Electrical Systems, which are essential for next-generation, low-emission aircraft part of Airbus ambition to electrify the skies. 
 

As part of a fast-paced, agile team, you will help create a unique, state-of-the-art test facility from the ground up. Your mission will be to explore novel HV technologies at their limits and beyond, generating invaluable data and learnings needed to build the robust and reliable aircraft of tomorrow by safely testing the unsafe.
 

If you have a burning desire to make an impact and want to work in a startup-like environment backed by the strength of Airbus, this is your opportunity to help us decarbonize the aerospace industry 💚.

The Bench Integration & Commissioning Engineer (M/F) position is within Airbus UpNext and it consists of a mission linked to the deliverable of the demonstrator (estimated completion date April - 2028), starting ASAP.

Mission:

As the Test Bench Integration and Commissioning Engineer reporting directly to the E2E Bench Manager you will lead the setup, integration, and final commissioning of our  cutting edge HV technologies testing platform. In this role, you will be responsible for bringing the test bench from the assembly phase to full operational readiness, ensuring all hardware, instrumentation, power sources, and loads are seamlessly integrated and fully functional.

Your Main Responsibilities:

• Systems Integration: Physically and logically integrate diverse hardware components, including programmable power sources, electronic loads, measurement instrumentation and test support systems for control and monitoring.

• Commissioning & Tuning: Perform the initial power-up, troubleshooting and fine tuning of the test bench to ensure it meets operational and safety specifications.

• Control & Automation: Configure local and remote control interfaces. Assist in integrating PLC, LabVIEW or MATLAB / Simulink models with the physical hardware..

• Wiring & Signal Integrity: Oversee and / or execute low-voltage wiring, sensor connections and signal routing, ensuring minimal noise and interference.

• Testing & Validation: Define and execute acceptance test bench protocols to validate performance before regular operations begin..

The responsibilities and the technical scope of the job might evolve according to the agile working environment of the project, so being flexible is important.

Your boarding pass

What you bring: 

• Experience: Proven track record in test bench development, commissioning or system integration within the aerospace, automotive or industrial automation sectors.

• Hardware Expertise: Deep understanding of electrical wiring, instrumentation - oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analyzers - and power equipment - AC/DC sources and electronic loads.

• Communication Protocols: Familiarity with industrial protocols such as CAN bus, Modbus, Ethernet / IP or EtherCAT.

• Test Support System Background: Experience with control and monitoring hardware / software,  - e.g: LabVIEW, Matlab, PLC programming - focusing on its integration and set-up.

• Problem Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills - ability to diagnose complex hardware / software interaction issues on the fly.

• Strong English communication skills. Spanish is a valuable asset. 

• Autonomy, Hands-on profile, adaptation capacity, and eagerness to propose simplified, rapid engineering solutions in an agile environment. 

• Values of transparency, humility & empathy. Autonomy, adaptability, availability & accountability. Readiness to step out of your comfort zone. Willingness to have fun!

What you get:

• Pivotal Role in a Strategic Mission: play a key part in a project at the forefront of aircraft electrification contributing to Airbus’s decarbonization roadmap. ♻️

• Build Something that last: Your work will create a high-value asset 💎 and learning contribution for Airbus’s future. 

• Develop Critical Competences: Acquire and develop a sound background in High Voltage systems and technologies, a field essential for the future of aerospace. This experience can provide a unique career development opportunity within Airbus.

• Work on the Edge of Technology: Explore disruptive technologies at their limits, deepening your knowledge of complex phenomena like arc-flash events and the effects of high-altitude conditions on electrical systems.

• Agile and Empowering Environment: Thrive in a work culture that empowers you to act and think like a start-up while being supported by the strong expertise of Airbus. 💪🏻 We value an eagerness to take initiative and propose efficient ways of working.

• A Great Team and Culture: Be part of a high-achieving, experienced and fun team in a shared open-space office with highly skilled colleagues. We are guided by the “Care for Each Other” value.

• Flexibility & Fun: Enjoy the ability to craft your calendar 🗓️ with flexible hours and the opportunity to work remotely, alongside regular UpNext community bonding events. And yes, we have complimentary freshly ground coffe ☕ and beverages 🧃 

About us

Founded in 2017, Airbus UpNext focuses on flying future technologies at speeds well beyond what seems feasible today. In doing so, it is actively shaping the future of the aerospace industry.

Designed as a talent incubator, Airbus UpNext is a place where you can act and think like a startup while building on the strong expertise of Airbus, a place where you are empowered to test & challenge new processes and ways of working. 

Airbus UpNext’s demonstrators evaluate, mature and validate potential new products and services that encompass radical technological breakthroughs. It has three flagships locations in France, Germany and Spain, to rapidly develop and test future technologies in scaled applications_._

Our mission is:

• To identify the trends that could disrupt the future of the aerospace industry and evaluate them to demonstrate their potential as a viable product.

• To accelerate traditional research cycles and prototype development to achieve proof of concept in a real environment and at a convincing scale and speed.

• To develop real-world applications for emerging aerospace technologies, thereby driving their maturity and increasing their value.

• To be THE reference for Technology Value Assessment
   

Our Values: #Be Simple #Be Audacious #Speed of Execution, #Caring for Each Other, #Be Open

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 UpNext S.L.

Employment Type:

Fixed term

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Test operations

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