Working for OCCAR is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn, grow, and develop your skills – all whilst working with a vibrant, international team of experts.
Communication is an essential skill for the post - English is our working language and the post is located in Madrid (Spain).
Joining our team comes with many benefits, including a competitive remuneration package, which includes salaries and allowances that are net of income tax. You will also enjoy an excellent private healthcare scheme, annual salary progression and a wide range of additional advantages designed to support your professional and personal well‑being.
The ideal candidate for this role will possess the following essential skills:
ES 1 At least 3 years of demonstrable practical ISS experience in support of aircraft;
ES 2 At least 3 years of direct experience in negotiation, contract placement and execution in relation to In-Service Support activities of airborne military systems
ES 3 Direct experience and an in-depth knowledge of military maintenance organisations;
ES 4 A broad knowledge and understanding of all ILS disciplines (including, but not limited to maintenance, material support, supportability engineering and technical data);
ES 5 Direct experience in continuing airworthiness of aircraft, including maintenance, CAMO or Part-145 aspects.
You are required to have security clearance at ‘OCCAR Confidential level’ for this post. Candidates who do not already hold this clearance will be expected to obtain it within the first six months of employment, if selected. You are also required to be a citizen of an A400M Programme participating State (Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, Türkiye and the United Kingdom).
Applications for this post will only be accepted through the completion and submission of the official OCCAR Application Form, available on our website (www.occar.int), and in accordance with the defined procedure.
Please note that applications submitted in any other format or via alternative channels cannot be considered under any circumstances. We recognise and appreciate the time and effort required to complete the application process. However, joining OCCAR is a unique opportunity, and our rigorous procedures ensure we maintain the high standards expected by our Member Nations.
Apply on the Organisation’s website:
https://www.occar.int/human-resources/applying-for-occar-posts/vacancies
The closing date for applications is the 18/08/2026.
The planned Start Date is the 01/12/2026.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Application Question(s):
- Do you meet the required English Language proficiency (Advanced level, both oral and written)?
- If you have responded affirmatively to all of above questions and feel that you have the relevant skills and experience please proceed and apply for this position.
Please note: Applications to the post shall only be accepted upon completion and submittal of the official "OCCAR Application Form" available on the OCCAR’s website (www.occar.int), in accordance with the defined procedure.
Submissions in any other format or sent through alternative channels will not be considered under any circumstances.
- This is an on-site posting. Are you able and willing to relocate to Madrid (Spain)?
- This vacancy is only open to citizens of the A400M Participating States: Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, Türkiye and the United Kingdom. Are you a citizen of one of these Nations?
- Do you meet all of the above-mentioned essential skills (ES1-ES5)?
Work Location: In person
