Assembly, Integration & Testing (AIT) Engineer – Germany | Airbus Projects

Orbital Critical Systems; Deutschland; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

German language training

Accommodation support

Permanent German contract

Tax return covered for first year

Job summary

Orbital Critical Systems (CAF Group) in Germany is seeking AIT Engineers to join on-site teams supporting strategic projects with Airbus. Locations include Immenstaad and Taufkirchen.

The role focuses on electrical and functional testing of optical subsystems and payloads. You will develop test procedures, procure test equipment, investigate test anomalies, and work with project teams to meet quality, schedule, and cost goals.

Qualifications

• Degree in related field (mechanical, electrical, aerospace)
• B2/C1 English mandatory
• B1/B2 German mandatory
• European citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Define and execute electrical and functional tests for optical subsystems and payloads
• Develop test procedures and procure auxiliary test equipment
• Investigate test anomalies, identify root causes and implement solutions
• Collaborate with project teams to optimize quality, schedule and cost
• Support non-conformance investigations per company standards
• Manage and maintain test tooling and infrastructure

Skills

Electrical testing

Functional testing

Root cause analysis

Test procedures

Project collaboration

Education

Degree in mechanical/electrical/aerospace

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Orbital Critical Systems (CAF Group) a leading company in safety‑critical software for aerospace, defence and transport, is looking for AIT Engineers to join our on‑site teams in Germany, supporting strategic projects with Airbus

Locations include Immenstaad and Taufkirchen

Why join us?

Competitive salary: 50,000 – 65,000 €

Support in finding accommodation and German language training.

Full relocation assistance, administrative support

The company covers your German tax return for the first year.

Permanent German contract + long‑term projects

Team-building activities and regular technical follow‑ups

Multicultural, inclusive, and innovative environment

What you will do:

• Electrical & Functional Testing: Define and execute electrical and functional tests for optical subsystems and payloads.
• Test Equipment & Procedures: Develop test procedures, procure auxiliary test equipment, and assess test results.
• Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis: Investigate test anomalies, identify root causes, and implement practical solutions in time‑critical environments.
• Project Collaboration: Work closely with project teams to optimize quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Quality & Non-Conformances: Support non-conformance investigations in line with company quality standards.
• Tooling & Infrastructure: Manage and maintain test tooling and infrastructure.

What we’re looking for:

• Degree in Mechanic, Electrical, Aerospace or a related field
• B2/C1 English Level – mandatory.
• B1/B2 German Level – mandatory.
• Applicants must hold citizenship of a European country.

Ready to take off?