Gust Loads Engineer (d/f/m)

5405 Airbus Operations GmbH; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension schemes

Mobility offers (bike leasing)

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Airbus Operations GmbH in Hamburg is seeking a Gust Loads Engineer to support aeroelastic design and gust calculations for multiple aircraft types. You will develop aeroelastic models, run gust loads analyses per CS25, and collaborate with global flight physics teams using in-house tools and Python/MATLAB.

The role emphasizes early design involvement, international interfaces, and a proactive, proactive mindset in a multicultural team environment. English is required; German is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in relevant engineering field.
• Knowledge of aeroelasticity and finite element models (MSC.NASTRAN, HyperWorks).
• Proficiency in Python and/or MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Optimize the global design of Airbus products during concept phases.
• Build Aerodynamic/Mass/Finite Element models using in-house tools.
• Compute gust loads based on CS25 requirements.
• Develop competences in loads and aeroelastics with required methods and tools.
• Collaborate as a new team member across interfaces.

Skills

Aeroelasticity

Finite Element Modeling

Python

MATLAB

Education

Master's degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MSC.NASTRAN

HyperWorks

Job description

Job Description: In order to support our Gust Engineer Team, Airbus is looking for a Gust Loads Engineer (d/f/m) Are you passionate about aircraft physics? Are you keen to master the way we compute external loads acting on the vehicle due to manoeuvres, flight in turbulence, landing impact, ground-handling? Do you like to work in an empowered manner? Do you enjoy connecting people and collaborating with many different interfaces? This job will give you the opportunity to work internationally with several internal flight physics departments and with teams located in Europe and India. We are a team of multicultural and passionate engineers who perform the gust calculations for overall aircraft design for all aircraft types. Our team is involved from a very early design stage until certification and also in-service support. We are responsible for running build model activities such as finite element modelling, creating mass and aerodynamics models. We perform gust loads calculation, including failure cases, and deliver to internal interfaces. On top, we are deeply involved in research and technology aspects with new aircraft configuration assessments, model based system engineering, automation and machine learning.

Your location

You will be working at the largest production site for civil aircraft situated in Hamburg. Its location on the southern banks of the river Elbe includes the option to commute by ferry. Experience the special flair of Hamburg in your spare time where vibrant cosmopolitan culture meets nautic legacy.

Our Benefits for You

• Fair Compensation & Extras: 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): 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35-hour week); work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.
• Growth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives.
• Feel Good at Work: 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 more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA.

Your main responsibilities

• Optimize the global design of Airbus products during the concept phases
• Contributing in building Aerodynamic/Mass/Finite Element model based using Airbus in-house tools
• Compute gust loads based on CS25 requirements
• Develop key competences in the areas of loads and aeroelastics along with the required methods and tools
• Actively support us as a new member of our team on our journey

About you

• You have a Master degree or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• You have a strong experience on Aeroelasticity and Finite Element Models (MSC.NASTRAN, ALTAIR HyperWorks)
• You bring basic knowledge in overall aircraft design and basic competencies in flight loads calculation and flight mechanics
• You show good knowledge in structural dynamic and are experienced in coding using Python and/or Matlab
• You are passionate to understand physical aspects and to use your engineering judgement
• You are a highly motivated, proactive and open-minded person with a great sense of initiative
• You are keen to deepen your technical knowledge while enjoying to work in a multicultural team
• Your English is at negotiating level whereas German language skills would be beneficial

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company: Airbus Operations GmbH

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Entry Level

Job Family: Flight & Space Physics

We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all.

As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.