Airbus UpNext - XWing MAP engineer (m/f)

Job Description:

Airbus UpNext is looking for a MAP engineer for eXtra performance WING Episode 2, a flying demonstrator based on an Episode 1 dedicated to the design and the preparation of the platform for this experiment.

This project will be demonstrating technologies that will radically change aircraft wings. Our ambition is to unlock eXtra performances via high aspect ratio wings. 

The demonstration will run on a representative scale aircraft showing up to 10 block fuel reduction of a future single aisle aircraft.  If successful, these technologies developed on this project will allow Airbus designers to equip the new generation of aircraft.

The XWing MAP engineer (M/F) position is within Airbus UpNext, is based in Toulouse, with working part time (~50) on our industrial site in Cazaux (33).

This job consists of a fixed-term contract (CDIC-C), starting ASAP till June 2026.  

Classification: G13 

Mission

MAP team role is to ensure that the A/C and/or demonstrator is good for flight and ensure Airbus Logbook answered technically to approve configuration change, deviation,and general technical status.

Scope covered: System installation & Flight Test Instrumentation FTI (full responsibility) and deputy of MAP leader on site for Systems & Structure (unique entry point for FAL but decision responsibility is on System & Structure design offices MAP focal points)

MAP engineer will have a key role in coordination between MRO and the whole Engineering organization to ensure the right first time approach and will work in close synergy with the Aircraft Manager during the conversion, ground test & flight test phases? Main activities are:

• Ensuring all deviations/non-conformities properly declared, treated on fast-track approach, and with solution proposed to solve the issue

• Proposing solution to ensure functionalities & safety while being pragmatic to secure cost & leadtime of implementation

• Escalating & prioritize topics for the MRO to the Airbus Upnext Engineering organization 

• Supporting activities for all ATA chapters through ALB with Engineering support

• Leading flight test support activities related to troubleshooting, repair & rework instruction

• Leading Engineering assessment to provide good for flight in ALB

• Creating / Approving EAM (or SI in Airbus world) for certain ATA (according to eXtra Wing Performance Document signatories - ref ADNS X00D21017520)

• Engineering Support to A/C Manager for Target Conf consolidation

• Participating to daily ROP meetings 

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What you bring:

• At least 5 years experience on system installation design and MAP

• Aircraft knowledge

• Experience on FTI/Flight test organization

• Hands-on and solution oriented attitude

• Keen to take initiatives to propose simpler and efficient ways of working

• Ready to step out of your comfort zone

• Autonomy, Adaptability, Availability, Accountability

• Team-Player mindset

• Passion about technology, science

• Values of transparency, courage, humility, empathy

• Willingness to have fun.

What you get:

• Experience on a full aircraft conversion

• Expertise on challenging prototype, including Flight test phase

• An environment that not only fosters your development in many ways, but also rewards it with plenty of room to grow

• A shared open space office with highly skilled multicultural teams

• Ability to craft your calendar with flexible hours/Opportunity to work remotely

• UpNext communities bonding events

• A high-achieving, experienced and fun team

• Canteen  with a different desert each day

• Complimentary freshly ground coffee (eventually open to tea/chocolate aficionados)

The responsibilities and the technical scope of the job might evolve according to the agile working environment of the project, so being flexible is important.

You will work very closely cross-functionally with the Airbus Teams, as well as external stakeholders. You have great collaborative skills, with a good understanding of interface management and practical problem solving.

About us

Founded in 2017, Airbus UpNext focuses on flying future technologies at speeds well beyond what seems feasible today. In doing so, it is actively shaping the future of the aerospace industry.

Designed as a talent incubator, Airbus UpNext is a place where you can act and think like a startup while building on the strong expertise of Airbus, a place where you are empowered to test & challenge new processes and ways of working. 

Airbus UpNext’s demonstrators evaluate, mature and validate potential new products and services that encompass radical technological breakthroughs. It has three flagships locations in France, Germany and Spain, to rapidly develop and test future technologies in scaled applications.

Our mission is:

• To identify the trends that could disrupt the future of the aerospace industry and evaluate them to demonstrate their potential as a viable product.

• To accelerate traditional research cycles and prototype development to achieve proof of concept in a real environment and at a convincing scale and speed.

• To develop real-world applications for emerging aerospace technologies, thereby driving their maturity and increasing their value.

• To be THE reference for Technology Value Assessment
   

Our Values: Keep it Simple Be Audacious Exploring Together

Our DNA: Speed of Execution, Caring for Each Other, Open to the World

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.

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