Materials and Process Engineer (m/f/x)

About the Company

Grob Aircraft is a long-standing producer of advanced training and special mission aircraft, with more than 55 years of experience in high-performance composite aircraft. As part of Helsing, the company combines established aerospace know-how with AI capabilities and is co-developing the CA-1 Europa, described as one of Europe’s most forward-looking defense initiatives.

Role Overview

This position sits within the Engineering team and focuses on materials and manufacturing processes for composite aircraft structures. The role covers material qualification, development and validation of wet layup and bonding methods, and ensuring quality from material selection through certification and production.

Key Responsibilities

• Choose, qualify and approve materials for aerospace use, including CFRP/GFRP, adhesives, core materials and metals.
• Develop, improve and validate production processes, especially wet layup, bonding and surface preparation/treatment.
• Write, update and control material and process specifications as well as work instructions.
• Manage material and process nonconformities, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Assist with part and process qualification in the context of type certification under EASA Part 21.
• Coordinate and assess destructive testing and non-destructive testing activities.
• Work closely with Design, Production, Quality Assurance and Procurement teams.

Requirements

• Degree in materials engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, process engineering, or a related discipline; alternatively, technical training plus relevant professional experience.
• Solid understanding of composite materials and how they are manufactured.
• Prior exposure to aviation or another regulated environment such as AS9100 or EASA Part 21 is advantageous.
• Independent, structured and analytical approach with a strong focus on quality.
• Proficiency in both German and English.

What We Offer

• Work on cutting-edge aircraft programs within an international setting.
• The chance to fly in the company’s G115 aircraft.
• EGYM Wellpass membership.
• A 40-hour workweek, 30 days of annual leave, and a company pension plan.
• Flexible schedules and competitive pay.
• Flat organizational structure and fast decision-making.
• A modern workplace at the Tussenhausen-Mattsies location.

Additional Information

This role is based in Tussenhausen, Bavaria, Germany and is a full-time, on-site position. The workplace information mentions the Tussenhausen-Mattsies site. No vacancy count, start date, or application deadline was specified.