System Engineer for Aircraft Maintenance Design | System Engineer for aircraft maintenance design (d/f/m)

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Donauwörth, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Dec 2, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

Airbus Helicopters in Donauwörth is seeking a System Engineer to optimize maintenance operations by focusing on the design of 'Diagnostic and Troubleshooting' functions for embedded systems. This role is crucial for maximizing helicopter fleet availability and meeting customer expectations. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing technical deliverables, including specifications, validation, and documentation, and will manage the entire project lifecycle, encompassing planning, budget management, and the contractualization and oversight of subcontracted activities. Key requirements include a Master's degree in System Engineering or a related field, coupled with extensive experience in project management for aeronautical development programs. Experience with avionics systems, safety analysis (FMEA), and the certification process is highly valued. This position offers exciting tasks within a diverse environment, focusing on unique products and services.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree (or equivalent) in System Engineering or a related discipline

Experience

  • Many years experience of project management for development on an aeronautical program
  • Experience in development of functions on avionics systems (valued)
  • Experience in testability of embedded systems (valued)
  • Experience in safety Analysis (FMEA) (valued)
  • Experience in helicopter maintenance (valued)
  • Experience in certification process (valued)

Languages

German (Basic)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Temporary contract duration; Must be willing to work at the Donauwörth site.