Flight Test Engineer – Germany | Airbus Projects
Orbital Critical Systems (Grupo CAF)
Taufkirchen, Bavaria, Germany · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- EUR 57,000 – EUR 65,000 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 hour ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Electrical Engineering / Electronics or related field
- Eligibility
- Professionals with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field, who can work on-site in Germany and are comfortable operating in English at B2 level or higher. German language knowledge is an advantage.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
About the Role
Orbital Critical Systems, part of the CAF Group, is hiring Flight Test Engineers to work on-site in Airbus-related projects across Germany. The company focuses on safety-critical software for aerospace, defence, and transport, and is looking for engineers who want to build their careers in flight test environments.
Location
This role is based in Germany, with possible assignment sites including Manching, Taufkirchen, Hamburg, Bremen, Ulm, Donauwörth, Immenstaad, Finkenwerder, and other locations nationwide.
What You Will Do
- Plan and carry out avionics ground and flight testing, including preparation of test procedures and programs.
- Review onboard test data, evaluate outcomes, and document any deviations from expected results.
- Contribute to improving tools used for test data analysis.
- Work in coordination with design, development, and testing teams across Airbus Defence and Space.
What We Are Looking For
- A degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a closely related discipline.
- Hands-on exposure to FPGA development and associated design tools; candidates from different technical backgrounds are also encouraged.
- English proficiency at B2 level or above; knowledge of German is an added advantage.
- Strong interest in developing expertise in flight test instrumentation and safety-critical engineering environments.
Why Join Us
- Competitive pay aligned with German market standards, in the range of €57,000 to €65,000.
- Assistance with accommodation search and German language training.
- Complete relocation help along with administrative support.
- The company will pay for your German tax return preparation during the first year.
- Permanent German employment contract with long-term project opportunities.
- Team-building events and periodic technical check-ins.
- A multicultural, inclusive, and innovation-driven workplace.
Additional Information
This position is intended for professionals who are ready to relocate and work on-site in Germany. The role is associated with long-term aerospace projects and offers a structured support package for relocation and settlement.
Application Note
Interested candidates can move forward with the application process for this opportunity in Germany.