Senior Mechanical Aerospace System Engineer (m/w/d)

Grob Aircraft; Tussenhausen; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Lunch subsidy

EGYM Wellpass

Free coffee and water

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Grob Aircraft SE is seeking a senior aerospace engineer to lead the design and integration of non-electrical mechanical systems for the CS-23 program. You will oversee design documentation, coordinate technical changes, and support prototype builds and flight tests on site in Germany.

You should bring at least 5 years of aircraft development and certification experience, with familiarity in CS-23, ATA chapters, and testing.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in aircraft development and certification (Part 23 preferred).
• Experience with 3+ Mechanical Systems ATA chapters (21, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32, 35, 36, 37, 49 and 7X).
• Knowledge of mechanical design, certification documentation and testing.
• Flight test experience is a plus; basic knowledge of electrical systems is welcomed.
• Languages: English; German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and integration of non-electrical systems for CS-23 aircraft.
• Create and update design documentation and installation definitions.
• Support design changes and system improvements for new and existing aircraft.
• Provide technical input for systems topics during production and prototype builds.
• Prepare and support system, ground, and flight tests.
• Assist troubleshooting and engineering investigations during development and in-service support.
• Ensure compliance with EASA CS-23 certification requirements and contribute to certification documentation.

Skills

Aerospace engineering

System integration

Flight test experience

Documentation

English

German language (nice to have)

Education

Master's in Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Grob Aircraft SE designs and builds some of the world's most advanced training and special-mission aircraft. With more than 3,500 aircraft delivered to air forces, flight schools, and government operators worldwide, our products stand for German engineering excellence, safety, and reliability.

In 2025, Helsing – Europe's leading defense AI company – acquired Grob Aircraft to combine decades of aerospace know-how with cutting-edge AI capabilities. We are now developing, testing, and integrating the airframe of the next-generation CA-1 Europe combat aircraft, certified as DOA (Design Organisation Approval) and POA (Production Organisation Approval) holder.

This is your chance to shape the future of European air sovereignty, hands-on, on the aircraft, with the team.

Your Mission

You lead and support the design and integration of aircraft mechanical systems for our CS-23 aircraft. From design documentation and technical coordination to prototype build and test support, you stay close to the aircraft, the hardware, and the teams who develop, build, and operate it.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the development of non-electrical systems and integration for our CS-23 aircraft
• Create and update design documentation, technical descriptions, and installation definitions
• Support design changes, modifications, and system improvements for new and existing aircraft
• Provide technical input for our systems topics during production and prototype build
• Prepare and support system, ground, and flight tests
• Contribute to troubleshooting, investigations, and practical engineering solutions during development and in-service support
• Ensure compliance with EASA CS-23 certification requirements and contribute to certification documentation

Your Profile

• Master of Aerospace engineering or equivalent
• At least 5 years experience in aircraft development and certification, Part 23 preferred
• Knowledge and experience with of at least 3 Mechanical Systems ATA chapters (21, 26, 27, 28 ,29, 30, 32, 35, 36, 37,49 and 7X)
• Understanding and experience of mechanical design, certification documentation, safety concepts and testing
• Flight test experience is a plus as well as basic knowledge of electrical systems and avionics
• Languages: English , German is a plus

What You Can Expect From Us

Working at Grob Aircraft means working close to the aircraft. You'll find short decision-making paths, real ownership of your projects, and a team that shares your passion for aviation. You'll grow with us as we expand our role within the Helsing group and shape the future of European aerospace.

What We Offer

We are a dynamic, family-owned company with short decision-making processes and an open-door culture. Enjoy a range of attractive benefits, including:

FLYING AT GROB

• Fly the GROB G115 in your free time (for PPL license holders)
• Access to the GROB TP flight simulator

SECURITY & RETIREMENT

• Company pension scheme
• GROB accident insurance
• Contribution toward occupational disability insurance

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

• EGYM Wellpass membership (employee contribution: only €24.90/month)
• Subsidized lunch (approximately 50% covered by the company)
• Free coffee and water

WORK–LIFE BALANCE

• Bridge days off with flexible working hours
• DEKA working time account
• Childcare allowance

Additional Perks

• VIP tickets to FC Bayern Munich matches at the Allianz Arena
• Employee referral bonus
• Long-service anniversary gifts
• Corporate Benefits employee discount platform