Test & Certification Engineer Aerospace (all gender)

ALTEN; Manching; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Flexible working hours

Wellness/EGYM Wellpass

Bike leasing

Travel discounts

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking an experienced aerospace engineer to define DO-160 environmental test procedures and develop qualification plans for airborne systems. You will coordinate testing with internal and external stakeholders and prepare certification evidence for EASA, FAA, and military programs.

The role requires 5+ years in aerospace/defence, strong DO-160 knowledge, DOORS experience, and fluent English. You will work in a structured, independent manner on challenging projects in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Systems, or Mechatronics.
• At least five years’ aerospace/defence experience.
• Strong RTCA DO-160 knowledge and environmental qualification testing.
• Experience writing test plans and documenting compliance for airborne systems.
• Familiar with EASA, FAA, or military aerospace regulatory processes.
• Experience with DOORS and MS Office.
• Independent, structured, ownership minded in challenging projects.
• Fluent English (C1).

Responsibilities

• Define and review DO-160 compliant environmental test procedures for airborne systems and components.
• Develop comprehensive environmental qualification test plans (temperature, altitude, vibration, shock, EMI/EMC, lightning, HIRF).
• Plan and coordinate qualification and compliance testing with stakeholders.
• Prepare test reports, compliance matrices, and certification evidence for EASA, FAA, and military programs.
• Ensure traceability of requirements and test results within DOORS.
• Coordinate suppliers, test labs, and certification teams to execute activities.
• Support audits and demonstrate compliance to customers and authorities.

Skills

RTCA DO-160 knowledge

Environmental qualification testing

Test plan development

Documentation & compliance

DOORS experience

MS Office proficiency

English communication

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Aerospace Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Systems Engineering

Mechatronics

Tools

DOORS

Microsoft Office

Job description

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. More than 50,000 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.

Job Description

• 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

Qualifications

• YOU... hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, or a comparable technical discipline
• have at least five years of 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.

Additional Information

Additional Information

• Talent Management - we develop your career
• 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.