Materials and Processes Engineer – LO Laboratory and Pre-prototyping Area Manager

About the role

Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a Materials and Processes Engineer to join its Materials & Process Department (TADAP3, M&P Development) in the Airframe organisation, based in Getafe. The main task is to prepare a new building and manage a new laboratory for low observability (LO) material mixing and testing and pre-prototyping. The role combines technical expertise in materials and processes with managerial skills.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare the new building: requirement dossier, CapEx process dossier, coordination of departmental needs, compliant health and safety measures and financial plan.
• Once built, maintain the building and equipment, calibrate instruments, ensure health and safety compliance and manage the area.
• Support research, development and optimisation of composites, metals, surface treatments, paints, sealants and elastomeric technologies, and support preparation of test samples.
• Lead testing development of low observability materials and represent TADAP3 in project meetings, MFTs and task groups.
• Support definition of test plans for R&T, design and development of new technologies and materials, and conduct failure analysis for the assigned scope.
• Provide technical support to services, CML and the industrial environment.

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering or Science; a Master's degree is highly valued.
• At least 5 years of experience in materials and processes, with a broad understanding of appropriate test methods.
• Laboratory experience is required; experience managing a laboratory or pre-prototyping area is desirable.
• Advanced English and Spanish; other languages are appreciated.
• Availability for relatively frequent travel and experience in an international environment.

Required skills

• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance, services and CML, and deep knowledge of REACH.
• Material technology development and qualification of new materials, processes and suppliers.
• Knowledge of materials for low observability applications, thermal or electrical functionalities, and Airbus standards and quality standards.
• Impact analysis, problem solving and flexibility under pressure.

What we offer

• Permanent position with an attractive salary.
• Vacation days plus additional days off during the year.
• Hybrid working where possible, collective transport service at some sites, and on-site facilities such as a canteen, kindergarten and medical office.
• Health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan or study grants, and upskilling opportunities.