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# Hardware/Software Assurance Engineer - Airbus Defence And Space

- **Company:** Airbus
- **Location:** Getafe, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Documentation, Hardware Design, Software Engineering
- **Published:** September 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/hardware-software-assurance-engineer-airbus-defence-and-space-en-getafe-ID-372414662

## About the Role

Proven experience in Hardware Design Assurance and Software Design Assurance for aircraft equipment
Strong mastery of RTCA/DO-254 and RTCA/DO-178 or equivalent standards
Advanced English
Spanish proficiency is valued
Cross-functional collaboration
Attention to detail
Analytical thinking

## Description

OverviewIn this role you will drive certification activities for aircraft equipment by aligning with Airworthiness authorities and defining robust hardware/software assurance processes.You will coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure RTCA/DO-254 and DO-178 compliance across suppliers, deliveries, and safety-critical requirements.The work supports civil and military aircraft certification programs and emphasizes early defect detection and documentation discipline.This is an opportunity to shape assurance practices in a multinational, standards-driven environment.Compensaciones / BeneficiosVacation days plus additional days-offHybrid model of working when possibleHealth insuranceLife insuranceEmployee stock optionsStudy grantsResponsabilidadesDefine Certification Agreements with Airworthiness authorities and CRIsAudit and monitor suppliers for RTCA/DO-254 and RTCA/DO-178 complianceConduct pre-certification internal auditsDefine and control hardware/software documentation deliverables per RTCA standardsTrack and report safety/criticality alignment with program scheduleCoordinate with design, Quality, Certification, Qualification, Safety and Design Office teamsRequisitos principalesEngineering degreeProven experience in Hardware Design Assurance and Software Design Assurance for aircraft equipmentStrong mastery of RTCA/DO-254 and RTCA/DO-178 or equivalent standardsAdvanced EnglishSpanish proficiency is valuedCross-functional collaborationAttention to detailAnalytical thinkingRTCA/DO-254 (Hardware)RTCA/DO-178 (Software)Requirements-Based Engineering


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