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Analysis Engineer Flight Mechanics (Full- or Part-Time)

Location: Höhenkirchen-Siegertsbrunn

Reports to: Team Leader- Flight Physics Kopter Germany

Start Date: As soon as possible

We are seeking an experienced Rotorcraft Flight Mechanics Engineer to lead flight-mechanics projects and ensure the development, validation, and execution of high-fidelity flight mechanics models. The role focuses on rotorcraft stability, control, handling qualities, and correlation with flight-test data, supporting both design and certification activities. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge and hands-on experience with FlightLab and will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, safe, and efficient rotorcraft solutions.

• Lead flight-mechanics projects, ensuring alignment with project definitions, aviation regulations, and safety requirements
• Own aircraft-level flight mechanics specifications and technical data
• Develop, execute, and maintain flight-mechanics prediction models and tools for static / dynamic stability, control ranges, and handling qualities
• Elaborate, validate, and justify analytical models / tools in compliance with company procedures
• Perform rotorcraft flight-mechanics analyses and provide clear findings, recommendations, and documentation
• Prepare and release technical specifications, reports, and certification-related documentation, including safety substantiation and test program support
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams, ensuring effective communication across functions
• Drive continuous improvement of processes, tools, and documentation, staying current with industry trends and emerging methodologies

• University degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field
• Experience in rotorcraft flight mechanics
• Proficiency in FlightLab (mandatory)
• Strong understanding of static and dynamic stability, control ranges, handling qualities, and model correlation with flight-test data
• Basic scripting / programming skills (e.g., Python, Java, or similar)
• Strong organizational and planning abilities, with experience coordinating cross-functional teams
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail
• Effective communication skills for conveying complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
• Ability to capture lessons learned and apply them to future projects
• Preferably, project-management experience in an aerospace or engineering environment
• Experience with other rotorcraft flight-mechanics codes (e.g., CAMRAD) is beneficial.

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge rotorcraft projects in a collaborative, innovative environment
• Exposure to high-fidelity modelling, simulation, and flight-test correlation
• Career growth opportunities within a leading aerospace organization
• Competitive compensation and benefits

As part of Leonardo, Kopter is currently developing the AW09—a next-generation, single-engine helicopter that features the largest cabin and cargo hold in its class, enhanced modularity, and state-of-the-art electronic systems. The AW09 meets the latest safety standards while delivering higher performance and greater comfort, all with low operating costs. Kopter Germany is Leonardo’s Centre of Excellence and an incubator of advanced technologies. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, even if you do not meet every requirement listed. We value potential, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.

Candidates MUST be authorised to work in Germany.

Seniority: Expert