Senior Mechanical Systems Design Engineer – Military Derivatives

About the role

A permanent position is open for a Mechanical Systems Integration & Design Engineer within Airbus Defence & Space, based at the Getafe site in Spain. You will join the Mechanical Systems Installation department of the Derivatives area, working on a multidisciplinary team that integrates mechanical systems for a military program. The role involves delivering technical solutions for aircraft build, test and delivery while supporting production and service activities.

Key responsibilities

• Define mechanical systems from system architecture and specify components for purchasing.
• Produce mechanical parts documentation for manufacturing and installation documentation for assembly.
• Support stakeholders such as supply chain, quality, manufacturing engineering, production, stress analysis, and certification with technical expertise.
• Generate KPI reports, maintain design documentation, and contribute to design improvement activities.
• Validate mechanical system installation components to optimise weight, cost, performance and maintainability while ensuring safety.

Required profile

• Degree in Aeronautical, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.
• More than 7 years of experience in engineering, preferably in an airframe design department.
• Professional experience with fluid‑system installations (hydraulic, fuel, pneumatics) and equipment installations (sensors, antennas, lights, cameras).
• Advanced English proficiency; Spanish native speaker; French considered an asset.

Required skills

• Proficiency with CATIA V5 for mechanical design.
• Experience in MSI (Mechanical Systems Integration) design.
• Knowledge of fluid‑system installation techniques (hydraulic, fuel, pneumatics).
• Expertise in equipment integration such as sensors, antennas, lighting and camera systems.
• Ability to specify mechanical components and select appropriate manufacturing technologies.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.
• Hybrid working model promoting work‑life balance.
• Access to on‑site facilities including free canteen, kindergarten and medical office.
• Opportunities for upskilling, cross‑product knowledge and multicultural career development.
• Participation in corporate social responsibility initiatives and special product discounts.