Master Thesis within Logistics and Supply Chain Study for Helicopter Engines

Airbus; Deutschland; On-site; EUR 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

35-hour week (flexitime)

International environment

Global networking

Job summary

Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH in Donauwörth invites a Master Thesis candidate in Purchasing and Supply Chain to study Logistics and Supply Chain for Helicopter Engines. This Final-year Thesis position is based at our Donauwörth site with an attractive salary and 35-hour week.

You will optimize demand forecasting, frame supplier ordering processes, and support procurement, quality and inventory management in a global, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled full-time student in Purchasing or Supply Chain (Master's level).
• First practical experience in Supply Chain or Purchasing is desirable.
• Fluent in French and English.
• Knowledge in aeronautical design and aircraft systems/equipment.
• Competence in Big Data and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Optimize demand forecasting for helicopter engines and analyze program flexibility.
• Monitor engine operational performance and ensure on-time delivery (OTD).
• Define supplier ordering horizons and monitor contractual terms including financial aspects.
• Support tactical procurement, quality management, and inventory management activities.
• Drive project management initiatives within an international environment.

Skills

Full-time student

Supply chain

French language

English language

Big Data analytics

Education

Master's degree in Purchasing/Supply Chain

Tools

Big Data analytics tools

Job description

Job Description

In order to support the Operational Procurement department, Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Master Thesis in the field of Purchasing and Supply Chain (d/f/m). Title of thesis "Logistics and Supply Chain Study for Helicopter Engines".

Location

Donauwörth

Start Date

As soon as possible

Duration

6 months

Site Details

At our Donauwörth site, located on the banks of the river Danube, we develop helicopters from the initial idea to the airworthy product. Watch them take off and touch down on our own on-site test airfield.

Your benefits

• Attractive salary and work-life balance with an 35-hour week (flexitime).
• Traveling overseas or within Germany (team events) is possible after consultation and agreement from the department.
• International environment with the opportunity to network globally.
• Work with modern/diversified technologies.
• Opportunity to participate in the Generation Airbus Community to expand your own network.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Optimize demand forecasting for helicopter engines (structuring communication channels and analyzing program flexibility).
• Manage engine operational performance (monitoring Takt time and ensuring on-time delivery OTD1/OTD1C).
• Frame the engine supplier ordering process (defining ordering horizons, monitoring contractual terms, and managing financial aspects).
• Support tactical procurement, quality management, and inventory management activities.
• Drive project management initiatives within a complex and international environment.

Desired skills and qualifications

• Enrolled full-time student in the area of Purchasing, Supply Chain or an equivalent field of study (Master's level / Bac+5).
• First practical experience in the field of Supply Chain and/or Purchasing is desirable.
• Fluent in French and English.
• Knowledge in aeronautical design and aircraft systems/equipment.
• Competence in Big Data and data analysis.

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 HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND GmbH

Employment Type: Final-year Thesis

Experience Level: Student

Job Family: Supplier Management

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.

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.