Job Description:

In order to support the doors operations team, Airbus is looking for an

Aircraft Doors Mechanism Designer (d/f/m)

If you are looking for an opportunity to lead one of the most exciting and challenging technical developments within Airbus, including innovative and “first in the industry” development processes, join our doors design team!

Our team is responsible for developing the largest ever commercial freighter Main Deck Cargo Door and Door Surround Structure and we take full advantage of our end-to-end responsibility for the doors design and integration, covering the architecture, integration, design, stress, qualification, certification and testing of our products.

As part of our “Make” design concept, we are also responsible for delivering the detailed design for our manufacturing partners and Suppliers, as well as for the support of our production lines.

As Mechanism Design engineer you will be working on developing the innovative mechanism (Airbus Patent) working across boundaries (design, stress, ME, M&P, industrial) and securing the delivery of engineering deliverables.

Your location

You will be working at the largest production site for civil aircraft situated in Hamburg. Its location on the southern banks of the river Elbe includes the option to commute by ferry. Experience the special flair of Hamburg in your spare time where vibrant cosmopolitan culture meets nautic legacy.

Your benefits

• Attractive salary and special payments

• 30 days paid vacation and extra days-off for special occasions

• Excellent upskilling opportunities and great international, group wide development prospects

• Special benefits: employer-funded pension, employee stock options, discounted car leasing, special conditions for insurances, transportation subsidy, employee benefits at cooperating companies

• On-site-facilities: Kindergarten close to the site, medical officer for check-ups and other health-related services, canteen and cafeteria

• Compatibility of family & work (job sharing, part-time models, flexible working hours, individual timeout)

• Working in a diverse environment, with more than 140 nationalities, where every voice is heard

Your tasks and responsibilities

• You design, validate and release aircraft doors mechanism components and assemblies

• You develop optimized design in terms of weight, cost, performance and production / assembly requirements while ensuring the highest level of safety of the product

• You develop product improvement proposals and drive them through the aircraft change process

• You coordinate engineering suppliers and subcontractors

• You manage mechanism qualification activities

• You align with key stakeholders (manufacturing partners, chief engineering, program management, customer service, etc.)

Desired skills and qualifications

• You hold a degree in Aircraft Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

• You have advanced skills in using CATIA V5 for Kinematics

• Proven experience with the development of passengers and cargo doors would be a plus

• Knowledge and experience with the aircraft development, manufacturing and certification process would be a plus

• Experience in Tolerancing & Build Concept would be a plus

• Basic knowledge of composite design principles would be a plus

• You are motivated to work effectively within transnational and multi-functional teams

• You enjoy a high level of ownership and have a proactive way of communication

• Your English is on negotiation level - German and/or Spanish skills would be advantageous

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Operations GmbH

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Structure Design & Integration <JF-EN-EO>

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