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And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight (#ZEROe) to cleaning up space, sustainability is at the heart of our purpose. So what's your next change?\nOur team, “Airborne Connectivity” is part of the engineering function in Airbus Defence and Space, designing and developing products, hardware and software, providing connectivity and communications capabilities to our customers. These products are integrated as part of the solutions provided by two out of the three main programme lines in Airbus Defence and Space, Secure Communications in Connected Intelligence, and all military airborne platforms in Military Air Systems (Eurofighter, C295, MRTT, SIRTAP, Eurodrone, etc.)\nBe part of the future by making the next generation of high-integrity airborne real-time systems, paving the way for innovation in smart connectivity, distributed networking, and artificial intelligence adoption. You will take part in a high performance team that is involved in the complete lifecycle of the embedded software product, from building the SW requirements, to the final testing and target computer implementation. You should be able to lead and take responsibility on design/architectural decisions, as well as leading the development of specific projects.\nTRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within national and international areas (around 3-day trip).\nRESPONSIBILITIES\nDefine and document software requirements based on system functional specifications.\n\nDevelop comprehensive software verification test cases and procedures based on corresponding software requirements.\n\nEstablish and maintain traceability matrices between different levels of specifications and test cases.\n\nExecute test cases, record results, and create detailed problem reports for any identified defects.\n\nManage and track problem reports through resolution, ensuring timely and effective communication with development teams.\n\nPartner with product and program managers, system engineers, and validation teams to drive software products from conception to delivery.\n\nParticipate in the planning and scoping of team projects, providing input on requirements and testing efforts.\n\nSupport product owners and project managers in delivering high-quality software on time and within budget.\n\nPromote innovation across the department by suggesting improvements in processes, tools, and methodologies.\n\nStay updated with industry best practices and emerging technologies in software requirements and testing.\n\nSKILLS\nRequired skills and qualifications:\nEducated in software, IT, telecommunication, industrial engineering degree or a related discipline.\n\nExpertise on real-time and/or embedded software development.\n\nExpertise on defining SW requirements.\n\nExpertise on software verification.\n\n+3 years of experience\n\nFluent level of English and Spanish.\n\nPreferred skills and qualifications:\nKnowledge of SW airworthiness certification processes: DO-178C, EFA Standards.\n\nAwareness of cyber-security concepts and accreditation processes (Common Criteria).\n\nExpertise on C/C++ and/or Ada programming languages and low-level development.\n\nExperience on: system & SW design tools (SysML, UML), integrated development environment (GPS, AdaMulti, Eclipse), verification tools (Vector Cast, AdaTest95).\n\nInterest and ability to conciliate multiple perspectives regarding products, projects and processes.\n\nWHICH BENEFITS WILL YOU HAVE AS AIRBUS EMPLOYEE?\nAt Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:\nVacation days plus additional days-off along the year.\n\nAttractive salary.\n\nHybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance.\n\nCollective transport service subject to working calendar/home location.\n\nBenefits such as life insurance, health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants.\n\nOn-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office.\n\nPossibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives.\n\nExcellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment.\n\nOption to access special rates in products & benefits.\n\nThis 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.\nCompany:\nAirbus Defence and Space SAUEmployment Type:\nPermanent-------\nExperience Level:\nProfessionalJob Family:\nSoftware Engineering By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.\nAirbus 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.\nAirbus 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 .\nAt Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. 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