System Test Engineer Aerospace (all gender)

alten· Defense & Naval
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📍 BY📍 de📍 Manching📍 Manching, BY, GermanyFull time

About this role

Company 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.

Apply now using our online application form.

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.

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