Operational Radar Engineer

About the role

Airbus Defence and Space is seeking an Operational Radar Engineer to join the TADMC3 CLAEX Systems Analysis team within the ESAOGEL Technical Assistance group. The role is based at the CLAEX Logistic Centre in Torrejón de Ardoz, supporting the Spanish Air Force.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and guidance on radar‑related systems throughout adoption stages.
• Define, evaluate and analyse operational data for SAF radar capabilities, including software, rigs and flight tests.
• Support national and international exercises, supplier documentation analysis and resource specification for radar operations.
• Coordinate with Airbus, customer representatives and other stakeholders, and travel to supplier facilities as required.

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering (RF, Telecommunication, Aeronautical or Electrical).
• Experience with avionics systems, airborne sensors and electronic warfare, preferably in military contexts.
• Ability to work independently, communicate effectively and travel domestically.

Required skills

• Radar and Electronic Warfare technologies, including AESA radar.
• Avionics systems requirements, specification and certification.
• Operational data analysis for flight tests.
• Software development awareness and proficiency with MS Office and database tools.

What we offer

• Attractive salary and vacation days plus additional days‑off.
• Hybrid working model, collective transport service and on‑site facilities such as free canteen and kindergarten.
• Life and health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan and study grants.
• Upskilling opportunities, multicultural environment and CSR initiatives.