Technical Service (TS) Engineer Structure (m/w/d)

Deutsche Post; Schkeuditz; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

International work environment

Training opportunities

Career advancement

Language courses

Health insurance

Daycare

Staff cafeteria

Job tickets

LEJ Campus gym

Job summary

European Air Transport Leipzig GmbH seeks a Structure Engineer to oversee CAMO engineering related to aircraft structure. You will support maintenance operations, help develop AMP, and prepare work packages for Base Maintenance while ensuring airworthiness.

English and German language skills are essential, with a systematic, analytical mindset and ability to work under pressure. Remote work options are available as part of flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Degree in aerospace engineering or equivalent with several years of experience.
• Experience in aircraft structure maintenance is required or highly relevant.
• Proficient in English and German; IT tools knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide CAMO engineering support for aircraft structure and ensure airworthiness.
• Develop and revise Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP).
• Prepare work packages for Base Maintenance and review reports.
• Identify recurring structural issues and propose fixes.
• Develop work instructions aligned with manufacturer directives and ADs.
• Monitor inspections and maintenance tasks; manage technical projects.
• Prepare investigation reports and document structural repairs.

Skills

Structural maintenance

CAMO knowledge

English fluency

German fluency

TRAX knowledge

Education

Aerospace engineering degree

Tools

TRAX

Job description

Join the success story of Europe´s largest DHL airline - European Air Transport Leipzig GmbH.

We connect people worldwide and live by strong values that make a difference. At EAT we combine flight operations and a maintenance organization under one roof, creating exciting opportunities for aviation professionals. Learn more and start your journey: http://www.fly.dhl.

YOUR TASKS:

The Structure Engineer is responsible for CAMO engineering-related continuing airworthiness management of the aircraft structure.

• Provide engineering and troubleshooting support for maintenance operations to ensure the technical condition and operational availability of the aircraft, as well as provide technical support to other departments.
• Contribute to the development and revision of the Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP).
• Support the preparation of work packages for Base Maintenance.
• Review Base Maintenance Reports and propose amendments to the maintenance program where necessary.
• Identify and resolve recurring structural issues affecting the aircraft.
• Review, analyze, and develop specific work instructions and maintenance procedures based on manufacturer and/or aviation authority requirements (e.g., Service Bulletins and Airworthiness Directives).
• Monitor inspections, modifications, and maintenance tasks carried out during aircraft operation.
• Manage and execute technical projects within the area of responsibility.
• Prepare the required reports resulting from technical investigations or analyses.
• Take responsibility for incident and occurrence investigations related to aircraft structures.
• Maintain responsibility for the Dent & Buckle Diagram and for documenting repairs in the aircraft life records.
• Define and optimize internal departmental processes.
• Participate in cross-functional and interdepartmental projects.

YOUR PROFILE:

• Completed degree program and several years of relevant professional work experience or many years of relevant professional work experience as aerospace engineer or similar
• Minimum 2 years of experience in aircraft, structure maintenance
• Very good knowledge of English and German
• Good knowledge of IT tools (Office products)
• TRAX knowledge highly desirable
• Systematic and analytical thinking
• Able to work under stress
• Motivated, flexible and reliable
• Capable of autonomous work
• High level of accuracy
• Ability to work in teams

OUR OFFER:

• A workplace at a Great Place to Work for the worlds most awarded TOP Employer 2025
• An international work environment with colleagues directly at the airport
• Training opportunities tailored to your personal development
• Career advancement opportunities within the company
• Language courses suited to your personal level (German, English)
• Additional health insurance with a generous budget and various health offers
• Company-supported daycare places
• Employer-subsidized 24/7 staff cafeteria and free beverage offer
• Very affordable job tickets
• JobRad, also available as an e-bike
• Parking spaces and free e-charging stations
• Discounted flight tickets for private use
• Exciting team and company events
• Gym and sports activities on our LEJ Campus
• Flexible working hours and the option for remote work
• Pay according to collective agreement
• Option for additional time off

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