System Test Engineer Aerospace (all gender)

ALTEN; Manching; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Mobile working

EGYM Wellpass

Bike leasing

Green Mobility

Permanent contract

Corporate benefits

Team events

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking a System Test Engineer Aerospace in Bayern. You will define and review DO-160 environmental test procedures for airborne systems and components, ensuring rigorous testing and regulatory alignment.

You will plan qualification tests, document results and certification evidence for EASA, FAA, and military programs, ensuring traceability in DOORS and coordinating labs and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Experience in the aerospace/defence industry.
• Knowledge of RTCA DO-160 and environmental qualification testing.
• Experience developing test plans and documenting compliance for airborne systems.
• Familiarity with EASA/FAA/military regulatory processes.
• Practical experience with DOORS and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Able to work independently and take ownership in projects.
• Fluent English (C1).
• Willing to meet security and confidentiality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Define and review DO-160 compliant environmental test procedures for airborne systems and components.
• Develop comprehensive environmental qualification test plans covering temperature, altitude, vibration, shock, EMI/EMC, lightning, and HIRF testing.
• Plan, coordinate, and support qualification and compliance testing activities with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare test reports, compliance matrices, and certification evidence for EASA, FAA, and military certification programs.
• Ensure full traceability of requirements, test results, and deviations within DOORS, maintaining audit readiness throughout the certification lifecycle.
• Coordinate suppliers, test laboratories, and certification teams to successfully execute qualification and compliance activities.
• Support internal and external audits and contribute to demonstrating compliance to customers and regulatory authorities.

Skills

Test planning

Environmental testing

DO-160 knowledge

Certification processes

Independent work

English communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Aerospace / Electrical / Systems / Mechatronics

Tools

DOORS

Microsoft Office

Job description

System Test Engineer Aerospace (all gender)

• Full-time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Region: Bayern

We are the designers of today for the world of tomorrow.

As one of the world's leading engineering service providers, we at ALTEN are committed to positively shaping the future of our partners, the careers of our employees and the challenges facing our society and environment.

Nearing 60,000 employees in 30 countries are already working on innovative solutions in various engineering and IT sectors such as aerospace, renewable energy, medical technology, railway technology and automotive.

YOU...

• define and review DO-160 compliant environmental test procedures for airborne systems and components, including test parameters, acceptance criteria, and expected results
• develop comprehensive environmental qualification test plans covering temperature, altitude, vibration, shock, EMI/EMC, lightning, and HIRF testing
• plan, coordinate, and support qualification and compliance testing activities in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• prepare test reports, compliance matrices, and certification evidence for EASA, FAA, and military certification programs
• ensure full traceability of requirements, test results, and deviations within DOORS, maintaining audit readiness throughout the certification lifecycle
• coordinate suppliers, test laboratories, and certification teams to successfully execute qualification and compliance activities
• support internal and external audits and contribute to demonstrating compliance to customers and regulatory authorities

YOU...

• hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, or a comparable technical discipline
• have relevant professional experience within the aerospace or defence industry
• possess strong knowledge of RTCA DO-160 and hands-on experience in environmental qualification testing
• have experience developing test plans, defining test procedures, and documenting compliance for airborne systems
• are familiar with certification and regulatory processes within EASA, FAA, or military aerospace environments
• have practical experience working with DOORS and the Microsoft Office suite
• work independently, in a structured manner, and take ownership in a challenging project environment
• communicate fluently in English (minimum C1 level)
• are willing to meet project-specific security and confidentiality requirements and to undergo the corresponding security clearance process

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age and sexual orientation and identity.

Severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration if they are equally qualified.

WORK life balance – flexible working hours and mobile working possible

Fit and relaxed – with EGYM Wellpass

Enjoy biking – always on tour with bike leasing

Green Mobility – with us you can travel at a reduced rate

…in addition we offer a permanent employment contract, corporate benefits and team events.