Head of Engineering (m/f/d)

Aircraft Cabin Modification GmbH; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A specialized aerospace company in Hamburg is seeking a Department Manager for Design & Modification. You will lead the team in developing cabin products and managing projects, requiring a strong background in aerospace engineering and project management. Candidates should have a degree in aerospace engineering, extensive experience in the industry, and knowledge of the EASA certification process.

Qualifikationen

• Extensive experience in aerospace engineering and managing complex projects.
• In-depth knowledge of aerospace engineering principles.
• Good knowledge of the EASA certification process.

Aufgaben

• Manage the Design & Modification department with budget responsibilities.
• Coordinate development of new products in the cabin area.
• Evaluate feasibility of customer inquiries for certification.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Technical expertise in aerodynamics

Good command of English

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's degree in aerospace engineering

Doctorate (Dr./Ph.D.)

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Your mission

• Management of the Design & Modification department including budget and cost center responsibility
  Disciplinary and technical management of employees
• Development of new products in the cabin area. Independent coordination and management of all issues relating to purchasing, partner search, patent application and testing
• Creation and/or verification of installation and verification documents including assessments, calculations and test plans/reports in accordance with applicable aviation regulations
• Processing of customer enquiries
• Evaluating the feasibility of customer inquiries with regard to implementation and certification / approval
• Technical research and preparation of quotations as part of certification projects
• Coordination of interior modifications and production with our own Part 21G production organization/145 maintenance organization

Your profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in aerospace engineering or a related field. A doctorate (Dr./Ph.D.) is desirable
• Extensive experience in aerospace engineering with a proven track record of managing and executing complex projects
• Extensive technical expertise in areas such as aerodynamics, propulsion, structures or avionics.
• In-depth knowledge of aerospace engineering principles, practices and industry standards
• Strategic mindset with the ability to develop and implement long-term engineering strategies
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision‑making skills with a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement
• Good knowledge of the EASA certification process
• Good command of English, especially aeronautical English
• Good knowledge in the use of MS Office
• Initiative as well as analytical and conceptual thinking
• Structured and goal‑oriented way of working
• Driving license (min. cat. B)