ETF - Flight Test Specialist Propulsion System (m/w/d)

Xtended Engineering GmbH; München; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Xtended Engineering GmbH in Munich, Germany, is seeking a skilled Engineering Integrator for propulsion test activities. You will oversee integration and flight test planning, interpret aircraft limitations, and align test activities with milestones.

You bring an engineering degree and 5+ years in aircraft design and flight testing, with propulsion systems experience and knowledge of Part33/Part25. Strong analytical, autonomous work style, and excellent English are required.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent professional qualification.
• At least 5 years in Aircraft Design.
• Minimum 5 years in a flight test environment.
• Experience in Aircraft Propulsion systems.
• Experience with Part33 and Part25 certification requirements.
• Proven flight test experience.
• Python or similar programming knowledge is advantageous.
• CVE experience is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Structured, results-driven, autonomous communicator.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Act as an Engineering integrator in propulsion systems for flight test.
• Prepare and release aircraft limitations, restrictions, & load sheets.
• Review Job Orders for test aircraft installations.
• Support engineering with test requirements and test plans.
• Lead the flight test schedule to meet milestones.
• Brief flight crew on aircraft systems/changes.
• Support the Test Hazard Assessment with expertise.

Skills

Engineering design experience

Flight test experience

Propulsion systems

Part33/Part25 knowledge

Python programming

CVE experience

Analytical skills

Structured approach

Autonomous worker

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Xtended Engineering GmbH connects qualified engineers with companies from industry and business. Our expertise covers challenging projects in automotive engineering, aerospace, rail vehicle technology, special machine construction, as well as IT & telecommunications.

At XTENDED ENGINEERING, you will be part of a team known for its practical experience, innovation, and determination. In our successful and growing company, we offer you creative and diverse tasks where you can bring your ideas to life and take advantage of our attractive career opportunities.

We not only offer our employees performance-based compensation, but also enable long-term career perspectives, starting from developing technical and social skills to advancing into leadership roles. This is achieved through tailored training programs and relevant projects, enabling sustainable career progression, for example, from a project team member to a project manager.

Your Tasks

• Act as an Engineering integrator in the propulsion systems domain for the benefit of Test activities (Integration and Flight Test)
• Prepare and release test aircraft limitations/restrictions & load sheets
• Review Job Orders for test aircraft installations
• Support engineering with test requirements and test plans with a clear understanding of test prerequisites and in-strumentation
• Take charge for the flight test schedule to meet key milestones
• Brief flight crew on aircraft systems/changes
• Support the Test Hazard Assessment with expertise and expected results

Your Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent professional qualification
• A minimum of 5 year experience in Aircraft Design
• A minimum of 5 year experience in a flight test environment.
• Experience in Aircraft Systems (Propulsion)
• Experience in using Part33 and Part25 certification requirements
• Proven experience in a flight test environment
• Experience in programming with Python or similar is an advantage
• Experience as CVE is an advantage
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Structured and Results driven
• Autonomous worker and good communicator
• Very good written and oral knowledge in English.

What we offer:

• Collaboration in a fast-growing, international aerospace company
• Flexible working hours and flextime options