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Job description
Airbus is hiring a Navigation System Architect — a full-time, based in Madrid Area role. Apply directly on Airbus's careers page below.
Navigation System Architect
Location: Madrid Area
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
Job Description:
Your main activities relating to ATA 34 are:
- Act as a multi-system navigation function designer for the ongoing development of major projects as well as future systems.
- Coordinate and lead a multidisciplinary network both internally within Airbus (Systems Design Office, In-Service Support, etc.) and externally (suppliers).
- Define and improve existing and future navigation architectures to ensure resilience against current threats (jamming, spoofing, etc.) and future risks, taking operational needs into account.
- You have an Engineering degree from a university or engineering school.
Technical Skills:
- You have working experience in the field of Navigation Systems (ATA 34) such as GPS, IRS.
- Precise positioning algorithms (e.g., hybridization / sensor fusion)
- Knowledge of aircraft navigation architectures and contributing systems (ADIRS, MMR, FMS)
- Strong interest in functional architecture, taking into account emerging technologies and user needs
- Knowledge of aeronautical system/equipment design processes and standards (ABD0100/ABD0200, ARP4754, ARP4761, DO-178/DO-254, etc.)
- Background in System Design and Safety is a plus
- You are fluent in English.
Soft Skills:
- Synthesis skills and strong technical writing abilities
- Leadership
- Positive and collaborative approach / strong interpersonal skills
- Proactivity
- Autonomy
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:
ENSIA EXPERT, S.L.Contract Type:
Permanent-------
Experience Level:
ProfessionalJob Family:
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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.
At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
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The required skills for Navigation System Architect at Airbus include: English.
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