SYSTEM TEST ENGINEER (D/F/M)

Job Description:

Airbus Protect brings together experts in cybersecurity, safety, and sustainability. We provide expertise to Airbus and external clients, supporting large-scale contracts with critical infrastructure, industries, and public institutions.

With over 1,600 professionals in Germany, France, and the UK, we meet high market standards and face future challenges as a team. Join us!

Location

The primary workplace is Hamburg near the Finkenwerder aircraft production site, with options for ferry commute. The role involves deployment at Airbus Bremen during operational needs, returning to Hamburg afterwards.

Your advantages

• Flexible working hours and mobile working options
• Competitive salary, bonuses, and 30 days' holiday plus additional days off
• Personalized onboarding with a mentor
• Training and development opportunities
• Social benefits, including pension schemes, share options, leasing programs, and health services
• On-site facilities such as canteen, fitness studio, kindergarten, and medical services

The successful candidate will join the Airbus Protect testing team within the Sustainability Business Unit, supporting resilience and future readiness through expertise in industrial processes, products, and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Testing and quality assurance of hardware and software systems
• Creating, executing, and reporting tests; verifying system functionality
• Participating in system tests and improving aircraft system maturity
• Implementing new testing methods, including virtual testing and automation
• Reproducing events on avionics test benches for investigations
• Supporting certification through testing and analysis
• Defining and validating test benches and laboratory requirements
• Analyzing test data and documenting results

Qualifications

A relevant degree in Aeronautics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or comparable fields, or vocational training with extensive subject-specific qualifications. Equivalent experience is also acceptable.

Desired Skills and Competences

• Experience in system testing and flight control surfaces
• Data analysis skills; V&V process knowledge
• Proficiency in Python, Simulink/MATLAB; data science is a plus
• Analytical, problem-solving, organized, and autonomous with good communication skills
• Language skills: German and English at negotiation level
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

If you don't meet all requirements, Airbus Protect offers personalized development plans to support your growth.

This role requires security clearance or eligibility, and adherence to compliance and integrity standards.

Company: Airbus Protect GmbH

Contract Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Testing

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