Airport Innovation Coordinator

At Vueling, we connect people, places and opportunities ✈️

As part of the IAG Group, we are one of Europe’s leading airlines, serving around 250 routes across 30 countries and welcoming millions of customers every year. With more than 5,000 employees, Vueling is the only European airline recognized as a Top Employer for three consecutive years. Driven by innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability, we are shaping the future of aviation while creating an environment where our people can grow, contribute, and make an impact.

Mission

The Airport Innovation Coordinator will lead and deliver Vueling’s airport innovation strategy across the network. The role focuses on deploying digital and technology initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, customer experience, and financial performance. This position owns multimillion-euro projects, manages key stakeholders (IT, Operations, vendors, executives), and drives measurable cost savings and improvements.

Tasks & responsibilities

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Own and deliver a portfolio of multimillion-euro airport IT and innovation projects, with full accountability for scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and benefits realization

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Define and execute the airport technology and innovation roadmap aligned with Vueling’s strategy and cost objectives

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Lead end-to-end delivery of airport innovation initiatives (e.g., biometrics, automated boarding, Mobile DCS), ensuring operational, technical, commercial, and regulatory requirements are met

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Drive efficiency improvements and cost savings through technology, standardization, and data-driven decision-making

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Define delivery strategies, governance models, and execution plans, including prioritization and risk mitigation

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Coordinate and influence cross-functional teams (IT, Operations, Customer, Commercial) to align priorities and execution

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Manage strategic relationships with airport authorities, vendors, and partners, ensuring performance and scalability

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Act as senior interface with internal and external stakeholders, representing Vueling in IAG and industry forums

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Develop and present business cases, investment proposals, and ROI analyses to senior leadership and committees

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Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies, translating them into actionable initiatives

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Ensure governance, compliance, and risk management across all projects

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Support on-site rollouts, managing escalations and engaging key stakeholders

Academic background

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Degree in Engineering, Transport, Airport Management, IT, or similar

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Postgraduate studies in Digital Innovation, Operations, or Project Management are a plus

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PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications valued

Experience

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+7 years in airport operations, project management, or technology implementation

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Proven experience delivering large-scale airport or digital projects

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Strong stakeholder management across airlines, airports, vendors, and IT teams

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Experience preparing business cases and executive-level presentations

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Exposure to investment or governance committees

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Experience in cost optimization and process improvement

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Aviation experience preferred

Skills

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Fluency in both English and Spanish, spoken and written, is required

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Strong understanding of airport operations, regulations, and technology

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Strategic thinking and problem solving

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Strong influencing skills and cross-functional leadership

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Project and program management excellence

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Financial acumen and ROI mindset

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Stakeholder management and negotiation

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Ability to deliver results in complex and high-pressure environments

Other

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Availability to travel frequently

💛 Vueling Values Our values are what we believe in, what we stand for and how we behave.

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Make it happen

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Make it better

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Make it safe

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Make it cost-focused

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Make it customer-oriented

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Win together

Vueling is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other status.