Engineer for Aerodynamics (d/f/m)

Job Description:

In order to support the flight physics department, Airbus Operations in Bremen is looking for several

Engineer for Aerodynamics (d/f/m)

Are you interested in understanding the physics of flight?

Are you thrilled to shape the next generation of aircraft products and digital services?

Would you like to drive aerodynamic design and characterisation?

Do you embrace diversity and enjoy empowerment?

Then join us in Aerodynamics!

There has never been a more exciting time to join commercial aircraft at Airbus. The future is changing and we are working on innovative aircraft technologies, configurations and propulsion systems to meet those ambitions.

Within the Airbus Flight Physics transnational centre, the successful applicant will join our Aircraft Aerodynamics team based in Bremen, Germany.

The team is responsible for the aerodynamic characterization of the overall aircraft for all Airbus programmes. We generate models representing aerodynamics for customers in aircraft loads, aircraft performance and handling qualities. In that we contribute to the design, optimisation and validation of external aircraft shapes, structure and systems.
We engage from the early design stage, update and validate design and data through numerical simulation, wind-tunnel testing and flight-test.

The challenge of more sustainable aviation requires us to evolve our aerodynamic design and characterization. It can only be tackled in new ways of working, with new digital capabilities and with your curiosity, openness and imagination! This, and a high degree of reliability mixed with an agile mindset are key to achieving our ambitious goals. Strong technical expertise and a rigorous application of safety-relevant processes are fundamental prerequisites.

Your location

Bremen is a charming city full of history in the northwest of Germany. In addition to being one of the country’s greenest cities, it offers wonderful sights, a rich culture, urban flair and culinary delights. It’s also a great place for seaside lovers, being located just an hour’s drive from the North Sea coast.

Your benefits

• Attractive salary and special payments
• 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, transportation subsidy, employee benefits at cooperating companies
• On-site-facilities: Kindergarten close to the site, medical officer for check-ups and other health-related services, canteen and cafeteria

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Deliver aerodynamic models and data for loads assessment, aircraft performance and handling qualities
• In that contribute to design, optimisation and validation of external aircraft shapes, structure and systems
• Contribute to and define future aerodynamic processes and technologies to keep Airbus at the forefront of innovation
• Collaborate across transnational project teams and disciplines to secure multi-disciplinary design solutions, meeting customer requirements while delivering on time, cost and quality
• Apply data science methods to solve aerodynamic business tasks (application of data analytics, machine learning/artificial intelligence and model based system engineering)
• Provide aerodynamic support to manufacturing plants and airlines

Your boarding pass

• Master degree in Engineering/Aerospace Engineering, Physics or equivalent
• Sound understanding of aerodynamics
• First experience in aerodynamic numerical simulations/Computational Fluid Dynamics, wind tunnel test or flight test
• Expertise in digitalization topics e.g. data fusion, surrogate modeling, model-based system engineering, big data analytics, machine learning and cloud computing
• Good working knowledge of a programming language (preferably Matlab, Python)
• Knowledge of CFD (CAD, meshing, turbulence models, limitations) would be an advantage
• Familiarity with data science (machine learning and artificial intelligence)
• Aptitude for complex problem solving and innovation combined with excellent communication and strong presentation skills
• Team oriented empowered mindset with strong customer focus
• Negotiation level in English and basic language skills in German

This role will involve some travel for business worldwide and as such you must be able to travel accordingly.

This position will require a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities.

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

If possible, please submit your CV in English and German.

Take your career to a new level and apply 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 Operations GmbH

Employment Type:
Permanent
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Experience Level:
Entry Level

Job Family:
Flight & Space Physics

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