Electronic Warfare System Engineer (d/f/m)
// Role Summary
Airbus Helicopters is seeking a System Engineer to manage the development and integration of complex Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS) into militarized helicopters, ensuring crew and aircraft protection. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and flexible working arrangements.
// Key Responsibilities
- Develop and integrate new Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS) into militarized helicopters.
- Collaborate with Design Office and procurement on supplier proposals and documentation.
- Manage technical interfaces and ensure compatibility between helicopter systems and EWS.
- Define and support testing on System Integration Rigs and helicopters.
- Contribute to documentation for certification and qualification processes.
- Requires a Master's degree or equivalent experience in aerospace or electrical engineering, with a focus on Systems Engineering and EW systems.
// Role Specification
System Engineer (d/f/m) - Self Protection System
In order to support our Engineering department, Airbus Helicopters is looking for a System Engineer (d/f/m) specializing in Self Protection Systems. This role is also available with reduced weekly hours (30) and an adapted scope of tasks.
The increasing demand for military helicopters, driven by the current geopolitical context, necessitates enhanced performance from active self-protection systems. Concurrently, rapid technological advancements, including the integration of artificial intelligence, are transforming the field. Mastering Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS) is therefore crucial for our military business.
In this context, your mission will be to manage the development and integration of new and complex Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS) into militarized helicopters to ensure the protection of the aircraft and the crew.
Your Location
Join us at our Donauwörth site, situated on the picturesque banks of the river Danube. Here, we develop helicopters from their initial conception through to airworthy products, with the unique opportunity to witness them take off and land on our very own on-site test airfield.
Our Benefits for You
- Fair Compensation & Extras: Receive 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): Enjoy 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35-hour week). We prioritize work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.
- Growth Made Easy: Benefit from excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives.
- Feel Good at Work: Access our 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 over 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are integral to 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.
- 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 aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or a comparable course of study.
- Alternatively, three years of 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.
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