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Senior Electrical Harness Design Engineer

AirbusGetafe Area, ESFull time
Posted 13 hours agoMechanical

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Job Description

Job Description:

A Job Position for an experienced ELECTRICAL HARNESS DESIGN ENGINEER is open for Electrical System Installation Design Department (Spanish perimeter) for Eurodrone, FCAS, Eurofighter, A400M, UAS and Legacy Combat A/C.

The Position will be integrated in the multidisciplinary team of Electrical System Installation Design.

The Candidate should have knowledge in the Electrical and/ or Electromechanical Design fields (i.e. Diagrams, Harnesses, Electrical Boxes, Electromechanical Installations, bracketry etc.), and having experience/ speciality on Harnesses detail definition.

Mastering CATIA V5 and PDM tools is a must, as a prerrequisite to perform designs in toolset with CATIA V6 (3DX). Some background on Electrical Diagrams Tools (See-XP, Capital Logic etc.) is welcommed.

Also, due to the high amount of stakeholders interfacing with Electrical Design activities (Systems Analysis Departments, Configuration, Structural Design, Mechanical Design, Manufacturing, Standardization, In Service Support etc.) and the international Program set up, it is also required the ability to communicate and work in a collaborative environment, among other soft skills (self-organized etc.).

The tasks will be focused in developing designs and managing related technical activities, to provide the required deliverables during the diferent Program phases, such as for example:

  • In the early phases of projects, mainly conceptual design activities need to be performed (Inboard Profile definition), Space Allocation Mock Up (SAM), generation of Systems/ Wirings Layouts and Electromechanical Interfaces, together with requirements management, generation of Design Principles, etc.
  • In the Definition phase, designs need to be matured, starting with the Wiring interconnection Diagrams, and ending with the Electrical harnesses, Supports/ Bracketry and Electromechanical Installations detailed design and definition dossier generation for Manufacturing and Assembly. Also high knowledge of harnesses standard parts is required for selection them and for checkings.
  • In the subsequent phases, it would be required to provide Engineering support during the Production/ Assembly and In Service Phases, and to provide approval of concessions, repairs and modifications to Design.

The Candidate should have knowledge in Electrical and/ or Electromechanical  design, including CATIA V5 knowledge (desirable CATIA V6/3DX).

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

  • Educated in an  Aeronautical or Industrial Engineering degree or a related/alternative discipline.
  • At least 3-5 years of experience in Engineering, in a Design/Airframe Department.
  • Knowledge in Electrical and/ or Electromechanical  design, including CATIA V5 knowledge (desirable CATIA V6/3DX).
  • Experience for details check previous to release the documentation to manufacturing
  • High adaptability to work on new topics, new business and in a network mode
  • Advanced level in English. and Spanish
  • German or French would be an asset.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Able to propose new ideas.

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:

Airbus Defence and Space SAU

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

System Installation

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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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Job Details

Category
Mechanical
Employment Type
Full time
Location
Getafe Area, ES
Posted
Jan 18, 2026, 07:00 PM
Listed
Jan 19, 2026, 06:27 AM

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