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

Orbital Critical Systems (Grupo CAF); Taufkirchen; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation assistance

German language training

Relocation assistance

German tax return covered first year

Permanent German contract

Job summary

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

You will define and execute electrical and functional tests for optical subsystems and payloads, develop test procedures, procure test equipment, and collaborate with project teams to optimize quality, schedule and cost. English and German language skills are mandatory, and citizenship of a European country is

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

English (B2/C1)

German (B1/B2)

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace or related field

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.