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As an Electronic Warfare System Engineer at Airbus Helicopters in Donauwörth, Germany, you will manage the development and integration of complex Electronic Warfare Systems for militarized helicopters. This is a permanent, full-time or 30-hour part-time role featuring a 35-hour standard work week, flexible working hours, and mobile working arrangements.

Requirements

  • Completed Bachelor's or Master's degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent, or a vocational training with technician further training and extended experience.
  • Proven experience in Systems Engineering, ideally focusing on Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS).
  • Solid experience in supplier management and technical vendor coordination.
  • Negotiation-level English language skills; German or French knowledge is an advantage.
  • Willingness to undertake occasional international business travel.

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Systems Engineering: Define requirements, review supplier documentation, and manage technical interfaces to integrate complex Electronic Warfare Systems into helicopters.
  • Supplier Management: Review technical supplier proposals and coordinate with vendors in collaboration with the Design Office and procurement.
  • Testing & Certification: Define test requirements on System Integration Rigs and aircraft, support bench and flight tests, and contribute to certification documentation.
  • Communication & Teamwork: Collaborate effectively within diverse, multidisciplinary teams and communicate technical details across departments.
  • Potential transition routes: People from aerospace or electrical engineering backgrounds may bring strong technical and analytical skills, alongside meeting the core systems engineering requirements.

Job description

Job Description:

In order to support our Engineering department, Airbus Helicopters is looking for a

System Engineer (d/f/m) in Self Protection System

This role is also available with reduced weekly hours (30) and an adapted scope of tasks.

The need for military helicopters is increasing in the current geopolitical context. Military customers are demanding more and more performance from the active self-protection system. On the other hand, technologies are evolving fast with the introduction of the artificial intelligence. Mastering the Electronic Warfare System is key for the military business.
In this context, your mission will be to manage the development and the integration of new and complex Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS) into militarized helicopters to ensure the protection of the aircraft and the crew.

Your location

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.

Our Benefits for You

  • Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits, such as company pension schemes, mobility offers (e.g., bike leasing), or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines.
  • Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35-hour week); work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.
  • Growth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives.
  • Feel Good at Work: On-site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses, preventive care, etc.), canteen and cafeteria, and local childcare facilities at selected locations.
  • Diversity Connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA.

Your tasks and responsibilities

  • Contribute to the writing of requirement specifications and review technical supplier proposals in collaboration with the Design Office and the procurement department
  • Review supplier documentation to prepare and conduct development reviews (design reviews and qualification review)
  • Review and check technical interfaces with other systems while managing compatibility between helicopter emitters (e.g., EMI) and EWS sensors
  • Review integration constraints with the integration team and contribute to the overall helicopter system reviews and assessments
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Airbus

Electronic Warfare System Engineer (d/f/m)

Donauwörth
On-site
  • Define the test requirements on the System Integration Rigs and on the helicopters
  • Support the test team during bench and flight tests
  • Contribute to the writing of the documentation for certification or qualification
  • Desired skills and qualifications

    • Completed studies (Bachelor with additional qualification or Master) in the field of aerospace engineering, electrical engineering or comparable course of study
      Alternatively: three-year completed vocational training with qualified further training as a technician and related extended experience
    • Proven experience in Systems Engineering, ideally with a focus on Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS)
    • Solid experience in supplier management and technical vendor coordination.
    • Strong organizational skills combined with the ability to work effectively in a team and excellent communication skills
    • A proactive mindset with a strong willingness to learn and grow within the role
    • Language Skills: English - negotiation level, knowledge of German or French is an advantage
    • Willingness to undertake occasional international business travel

    Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.

    Take your career to a new level and apply online now!

    This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

    Company:
    AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND GmbH

    Employment Type:
    Permanent
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    Experience Level:
    Professional

    Job Family:
    Sub-system development

    By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
    Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

    Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .

    At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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