ETA_Mechanical Engineer Helicopter Maintenance Design; d​/m​/w

Job Description

In order to manage current and future projects, Airbus Helicopters is looking for you to join the team in Donauwörth as soon as possible as our new Mechanical Engineer for Helicopter Maintenance Design (d/m/w).

At our Donauwörth site, located on the banks of the river Danube, we develop helicopters from the initial idea to the airworthy product. Watch them take off and touch down on our own on‑site test airfield.

• Exciting tasks on unique products and services
• A very good working atmosphere with colleagues who are enthusiastic about our products
• Attractive salary including holiday pay, Christmas bonus and profit sharing
• 30 days holidays and extra days‑off for special occasions
• Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects
• Special benefits: employer‑funded pension, employee stock options, discounted car leasing, special conditions for insurances, public transport subsidy, discounts at local businesses, Job‑bicycle, EGYM‑Wellpass
• On‑site facilities: medical officer for check‑ups and other health‑related services, canteen, café, kiosk and self‑service market
• Good connection to public transportation
• Compatibility of family and career (job sharing, part‑time models, flexible working hours, individual time off)
• Working in a diverse environment, with more than 140 nationalities, where every voice is heard

• Maintainability analysis to check accessibility & feasibility of maintenance tasks and compliance to maintenance policy
• Ergonomic and Human Factors analysis to reduce maintenance errors and risks for operators and helicopters
• Contribution to maintenance procedures development & demonstration on helicopter for validation
• Major Incident investigation and analysis (linked to maintenance)
• Analysis and validation of Maintenance Technical Note coming from design office and the equipment suppliers
• Influence system design and integration to ensure compliance to maintenance policy & requirements
• Management of subcontractor and project management (time, cost, quality)
• Maintainability and ergonomic human factors analysis may be performed digitally (CATIA or Virtual Reality) or on Helicopter through test
• These activities will be particularly focused on H135, H145 civil & military programs

• Mechanical engineer specialized in aeronautic mechanics or certified aircraft engineer with experience on helicopters
• Basic knowledge on CATIA V5 is essential
• Autonomous and organized with a high level of sense of accountability
• Experience in project management (budget, planning, coordination)
• Good team spirit and a proactive mind
• Fluent English is essential
• Knowledge on the systems of H135, H145 would be appreciated
• Knowledge on ergonomics, VR / AR / mixed reality would be appreciated

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Company: AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND GmbH

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Qualification & Operability

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