A400M Training Aids Program Representative

About the role

Airbus Defence and Space in Getafe (Madrid) is looking for a Simulation Systems Project Manager to join its Training Program Representative team. The team, spread across Manching, Ingolstadt, Getafe and Seville, delivers Training and Flight Operations products and services on time, on cost and on quality, within the A400M program's Program Driven Organization.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the future A400M Training Simulation services strategy (MLU) from an Operator Readiness perspective, ensuring concurrency with the operational fleet and integrating the Airbus Common Synthetic Environment (ACSE).
• Lead complex commercial bids for global Training Services, drive training aids contributions to A400M export campaigns and run impact assessments for new capability offers.
• Manage project execution so that Training Aids design, development and deployment are delivered on time, on cost and on quality, while supporting operative planning, risk and opportunity management.
• Manage suppliers and key contracts across the Training Aids portfolio, including Full Flight Simulators (FFS), Cargo Hold Trainers (CHT), Load Master Work Station Trainers (LMWST) and Cockpit Maintenance Operations Simulators (CMOS).
• Act as main interface with internal customer teams (TASA) and support Airbus representation in OCCAR forums, including Training Coordination Meetings and Monthly Program Reviews.
• Review customer training requirements at OCCAR workshops and carry out Make or Buy evaluations.

Required profile

• Aeronautical, Systems or Industrial Engineering degree (Master's degree is a plus).
• At least 7 years of professional experience in simulation as a Systems Engineer, Chief Engineer or Technical Project Manager, with exposure to the A400M program.
• Negotiation-level English (written and spoken) with international experience; Spanish is highly desirable.
• High adaptability, proactive mindset, resilience, strong teamwork and ability to work independently in international environments.
• Availability for international travel.

Required skills

• Strong background in Training Services and Synthetic Environments (FFS, CHT, Task Trainers, CBT) and solid project management practice.
• Nice to have: PMP certification, knowledge of broader Air Power programs (MRTT, Eurofighter, SIRTAP, LTA) and experience with OCCAR customer interfaces.

What we offer

• Vacation days plus additional days off during the year.
• Attractive salary and hybrid working where possible.
• Collective transport service at some sites, and benefits such as health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan or study grants.
• On-site facilities including a free canteen, kindergarten and medical office.
• Upskilling opportunities and development prospects in a multicultural environment.