Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer (all genders)
Job description
Design and develop mechanical systems for a fully battery-electric CS-23 aircraft, spanning the full system development lifecycle from requirements and architecture through design, supplier involvement, testing and certification.
At a glance
- Work mode
- On-site · Munich, Germany
- Languages
- English – fluent
What you'll do
- Define and derive system-level requirements for mechanical aircraft systems based on CONOPS, aircraft-level requirements and applicable regulations
- Perform system-level functional analysis, including functional decomposition and identification of system interfaces
- Contribute to the definition and development of mechanical systems to achieve the required level of maturity at each aircraft design phase
- Define and manage functional and physical interfaces between mechanical systems and other aircraft disciplines
- Collaborate with partners and suppliers as a technical interface for mechanical systems
- Support Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA) and system safety activities in accordance with ARP4754A, ARP4761A and applicable certification requirements
- Support system integration, verification, testing and certification activities
What we're looking for
- Engineering degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- 8+ years of aerospace experience, with a focus on aircraft mechanical systems
- Experience with systems engineering, including requirements definition, functional analysis and system integration
- Knowledge and experience in mechanical aircraft systems, preferably cabin Environmental Control System and/or landing gear
- Experience across the aircraft development lifecycle, including EASA/FAA Part 23 or 25 certification
- Experience working in an EASA Part 21J organization, or international equivalent
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Proactive, solution-oriented and comfortable taking ownership in a fast-paced environment
- Passionate about aviation and the electrification of flight
Nice to have
- Another European language
- Experience with electric or hybrid-electric aircraft and strong understanding of aircraft systems
- Experience working in an aerospace startup or new aircraft development programme
- Previous CVE or equivalent technical authority responsibility for one or more mechanical systems on a CS-23 aircraft programme
Benefits
In-office company with flexibility and trust to manage schedules responsibly, including occasional remote work or adjusting hours
- Be part of an ambitious team determined to shape the future of aviation
- Subsidized EGYM Wellpass membership
- Subsidized lunch with a 5€ company contribution per meal on office days
- Virtual stock options
- Free charging station for your electric car or a public transport job ticket as part of the Deutschlandticket
- JobRad program for leasing a bicycle or e-bike with tax advantages
- Pension scheme
- Work in offices in Munich or Delft (Balan Campus in Munich or TU Delft aerospace ecosystem)
- Boost professional and personal growth executing your own ideas and independent projects
- Internal social events and retreats (e.g. cooking, game nights, sports)
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About VÆRIDION
VÆRIDION was founded in 2021 to transform regional air travel with the Microliner, a 100% electric commercial aircraft. By delivering the most energy-efficient aircraft, we are building the future where clean, safe, and affordable electric aviation seamlessly connects people and businesses. We're bringing together the brightest minds in aerospace, automotive engineering, and business to disrupt the aviation industry.
Mission
Transform regional air travel with the Microliner, a 100% electric commercial aircraft, building a future where clean, safe, and affordable electric aviation seamlessly connects people and businesses.
Key facts
- 2021
- Electric aviation / aerospace
- Founded in 2021
- Developing the Microliner, a 100% electric commercial aircraft
- Offices in Munich and Delft