Seat Structures Engineer (Mid-Level) (m/f/d)

Boeing; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days and PTO

Meal allowance

Pension plan

Life/ disability insurance

Travel and medical coverage

Career development

Job summary

Boeing Deutschland GmbH - BDG seeks a Seat Structures Engineer (Mid-Level) to certify seating products and manage post-delivery installations within the Commercial Modifications team. You will perform analytical and FE analyses and interface with suppliers on substantiation data.

The role requires 5+ years in aerospace, strong EASA Part 21J knowledge, and collaboration with multiple teams to ensure the correct, safe integration of interior seating across programs. Hamburg-based, on-site position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Stress/Structures/Mechanical or Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering.
• 5+ years of aerospace engineering experience including stress analysis and supplier integration.
• Knowledge of EASA Part 21J certification process and seat development/certification.

Responsibilities

• Certify seating products and produce STCs for post-delivery installations.
• Represent Boeing on stress, engineering and certification topics for seating integration.
• Perform analytical/FE calculations and root-cause analysis of failure modes.
• Compile structural substantiation documents and review supplier data for seat integration approval.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure correct product delivery.

Skills

Stress analysis

Supplier integration

EASA Part 21J certification

Attention to detail

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Stress/Structures/Mechanical or Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

ENOVIA

Catia V5/V6

Altair HyperWorks

PATRAN/NASTRAN

Job description

Seat Structures Engineer (Mid-Level) (m/f/d) Company: Boeing Deutschland GmbH - BDG

About us:

In our Commercial Modifications team, we are proud to operate under our EASA Part21J Design Organization Approval with a clear mission: to become the number one customer choice for aircraft retrofit solutions in the commercial aviation market. Our international team, with strong presences in Hamburg and Munich, specializes in interior retrofit projects, ranging from halon fire extinguisher replacements to full cabin tube strips.

In this role you will:

• Be responsible for certification activities for aircraft seating products within the Boeing Commercial Airplanes business unit, producing STCs that allow post-delivery installation of new seating products.
• Serve as a Boeing representative for stress, engineering and certification topics related to the integration of aircraft seating.
• Perform analytical and finite element (FE) calculations, assess and predict structural failure modes, including execution of root cause analysis.
• Compile structural substantiation documents and review data from our suppliers for integration approval of seats (all seat types, including those with unique features) into the airframe.
• Work closely with Boeing teams and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure our products are delivered in the correct condition and quality.

What you bring to the table:

• Basic qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Bachelor’s degree in Stress/Structures/Mechanical or Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering.
• 5+ years of related work experience in aerospace engineering, including stress analysis, supplier integration, and understanding of the EASA Part 21J certification process.
• Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
• Experience: You have a good understanding of EASA regulatory and applicable airworthiness requirements, including CS-25.561 and CS-25.562 and their associated ACs and AMCs. Experience in seat development and certification covering concept definition through approval, including test witnessing, familiarity with ETSO performance standards (i.e.: C127, C39 series), and working knowledge of STC processes for aircraft seats.
• Knowledge: Show strong attention to detail with experience in aircraft interior modification programs, including certifying novel seat features such as pre-tensioners and air bags.
• Ability to manage multiple programs with varying levels of requirements.
• Collaboration: Demonstrated experience working effectively with colleagues and stakeholders (i.e.: suppliers and customers). Willingness to help, develop, mentor and coach less experienced staff.
• Tools: Proficiency with key engineering tools: ENOVIA, Catia V5/V6, Altair HyperWorks, PATRAN / NASTRAN.
• Personality: A principled, reliable professional who values integrity, safety, and accountability, always striving for the highest standards of quality and ethical conduct. Inclusive and collaborative by nature, you communicate transparently, respect diverse perspectives and take ownership to drive results the right way.

What we offer you:

• Vacation & Personal Time Off: 32 vacation days plus paid PTO for life events — recharge when it matters.
• Meal & Transport: Monthly meal allowance of €115 and € 50 transport credit through flexible apps (including Deutschland-Ticket, any form of public transportation, e-rollers and bikes, taxis/Uber, fuel/e-charges, and bike leasing) to help with daily costs, commuting and personal travel.
• Pension & Retirement: Robust pension plan and flexible contribution options to support your financial future.
• Income & Insurance Protection: Life insurance at 2x annual salary and total occupational disability cover at 1x; sick-leave salary gap insurance to bridge social security and your pay
• Global Travel & Medical Coverage: Business-trip insurance with International SOS assistance and medical protection while abroad — travel with confidence.
• Career Development: Learning Together program funding degrees, MBAs, and certifications to grow your skills and career.
• Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programs for comprehensive health and mental wellness support.
• For a full list of our benefits in Germany please check our website as these are changing regularly to match market requirements at a local level.

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (Germany)

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