Full-Time
Flight Control Systems Engineer
Updated on 8/7/2026
Airbus
10,001+ employees
Manufacturer of commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense
No salary listed
Marseille, France
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The role is based at the Aix-en-Provence site.
Bachelor's
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- An engineering education with a specialization in automation, electrical engineering, or aerospace engineering.
- At least 3 to 5 years of industry experience.
- In-depth knowledge of the design, development, engineering, and/or integration of flight-control and/or radio-navigation systems for aircraft, including drones.
- Knowledge of embedded software development standards such as DO-178 and functional safety analysis standards such as ARP4754.
- Proficiency with design tools such as SCADE and MATLAB and with simulation tools.
- Two to five years of experience with flight-control systems.
- Professional English proficiency.
- Eligibility for or possession of a security clearance required by recognized authorities.
- Develop critical software components using manual coding or model-based development.
- Analyze functional and mission requirements.
- Design new systems and tools, including new concepts and updates and monitoring of existing designs.
- Perform predictive simulations for prototyping, offline simulations, piloted simulations, and full-flight-simulator simulations.
- Verify systems through simulation and on real equipment.
- Tune flight-control laws on simulators and during flight.
- Perform validation, verification, and certification activities.
- Participate in innovation projects related to drone projects.
- Interface with project management, procurement, sales, and other project stakeholders within the organization.
- Act as the interface for supplier and customer management.
- Support system tests on integration benches and during ground and flight testing.
Airbus designs and manufactures commercial airplanes, helicopters, military aircraft, and space systems like satellites and launch services. The company builds these products by integrating advanced airframes, propulsion systems, and digital communication networks to support global travel, defense, and scientific exploration. Airbus distinguishes itself through its massive global manufacturing network and its active development of hydrogen-powered aircraft to eliminate carbon emissions. Its goal is to provide safe, connected aerospace solutions while leading the industry toward sustainable flight and environmental responsibility.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Blagnac, France
Founded
1970
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 revenue rose 28% to €20.5 billion, with adjusted EBIT up 54%.
- Airbus delivered 237 aircraft in Q2 2026, restoring first-half delivery momentum.
- Airbus and Air Canada launched a C$13.7 million SAF fund on July 20, 2026.
What critics are saying
- Pratt & Whitney engine shortages already cut Q1 2026 deliveries and still constrain output.
- Boeing pressed USTR on July 21, 2026, challenging Airbus's EIB loan.
- A long-delayed A320 successor slip would surrender narrowbody leadership to Boeing.
What makes Airbus unique
- Airbus held a 9,200-aircraft backlog on June 30, 2026, stretching production decade-long.
- Its commercial, defense, and space businesses diversify cash beyond single-market airline cycles.
- The A320 successor and A350-1000ULR programs preserve technical leadership against Boeing.
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Growth & Insights and Company News
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↑ 5%The European Investment Bank's €3 billion loan to Airbus has sparked a dispute between Boeing and the EU. Boeing has asked the US government to challenge the loan package, which will fund aircraft research and development through 2030. The first tranche of €1 billion has already been signed. Boeing claims the loan — the EIB's largest ever corporate financing — may violate a 2021 truce agreement between the rivals. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said his office is examining the loan and has raised concerns with EU officials. The EIB and Airbus both maintain the loan operates on standard market terms. Airbus CFO Thomas Toepfer stated the financing was secured completely on market conditions.
Airbus reported second-quarter revenue of €20.5 billion, up 28% year-on-year, with adjusted EBIT climbing 54% to €2.43 billion. Net income rose 126% to €1.66 billion. The commercial aircraft division saw revenue increase 37% to €15.4 billion, whilst reported EBIT surged 150% to €1.95 billion. Airbus Defence and Space revenue grew 10% to €3.48 billion, with reported EBIT more than doubling to €408 million. Chief executive Guillaume Faury said strong deliveries reflected steady execution as the company ramps up production. Airbus maintained its forecast of approximately 870 commercial aircraft deliveries for 2026. The Toulouse-based manufacturer delivered 351 aircraft in the first half, having faced engine supply constraints and parts shortages earlier in the year.
Airbus reported first-half revenue of €33.2 billion, up 12% year-on-year, driven by a rebound in commercial aircraft deliveries. Second-quarter adjusted EBIT rose 54% to €2.43 billion, beating analyst expectations of €2.19 billion. Net profit more than doubled to €1.66 billion from €732 million. The company delivered 351 commercial aircraft in the first six months, up from 306 in H1 2025. Its defence and space segment posted an 84% increase in adjusted EBIT to €487 million. Airbus maintained its full-year guidance of around 870 aircraft deliveries and adjusted EBIT of approximately €7.5 billion. The strong second quarter marks a turnaround after first-quarter profit fell 52% amid supply constraints from engine maker Pratt & Whitney.
Airbus has completed a record-breaking 24-hour test flight for its new A350-1000ULR airliner, designed for Qantas Airways' ultra-long-haul routes. The aircraft flew from Melbourne to Toulouse on 27-28 July, covering 12,460 nautical miles in 24 hours and 25 minutes. The plane features an extra fuel tank carrying 20,900 litres, extending its range by 1,000 nautical miles. This enables Qantas's planned nonstop flights between Sydney and London or New York, scheduled to begin in 2027 under Project Sunrise. More than 3.6 million people tracked the return flight on Flightradar24, making it the second-most-tracked flight ever. Qantas has ordered 12 aircraft, each configured to carry 238 passengers with over 40% of seats allocated to premium classes.
Airbus and Boeing presented contrasting strategies at the Farnborough airshow near London. Airbus unveiled plans for a successor to its A320 jet, featuring a "wing of tomorrow" designed to cut fuel consumption by up to 30%. The European manufacturer aims to launch the new aircraft in the second half of next decade. Boeing is taking a more cautious approach, focusing on improving its existing 737 MAX rather than developing a new aircraft. The company cited three prerequisites for launching new planes: financial stability, technological readiness, and market maturity. Boeing chief executive Kelly Ortberg said airlines are prioritising better performance from current fleets over new designs. The company is working to increase 737 production from 38 to 47 planes monthly, which generates 70% of its cashflow. Engine manufacturers, including CFM International, are developing technologies to serve both approaches.