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Electronic Warfare System Engineer (d/f/m)

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH • 86609 Donauwörth, Germany
100% English First Est. €72,000 - €95,000 / year
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Key Job Details & Specifications

  • Contract: Permanent (Unbefristet)
  • Employment: Full-Time
  • Start Date: From 2026-11-01
  • Work Location: 86609 Donauwörth, Germany
  • Employer: Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

About us

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

Job description

In order to support our Engineering department, Airbus Helicopters is looking for a

  • System Engineer (d/f/m) in Self Protection System**

This role is also available with reduced weekly hours (30) and an adapted scope of tasks.

The need for military helicopters is increasing in the current geopolitical context. Military customers are demanding more and more performance from the active self-protection system. On the other hand, technologies are evolving fast with the introduction of the artificial intelligence. Mastering the Electronic Warfare System is key for the military business. In this context, your mission will be to manage the development and the integration of new and complex Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS) into militarized helicopters to ensure the protection of the aircraft and the crew.

  • Your location**

At our Donauwörth site, located on the banks of the river Danube, we develop helicopters from the initial idea to the airworthy product. Watch them take off and touch down on our own on-site test airfield.

  • Our Benefits for You**
  • Fair Compensation & Extras:** Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits, such as company pension schemes, mobility offers (e.g., bike leasing), or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines.
  • Time for You (and Your Loved Ones):** 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35-hour week); work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.
  • Growth Made Easy:** Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives.
  • Feel Good at Work:** On-site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses, preventive care, etc.), canteen and cafeteria, and local childcare facilities at selected locations.
  • Diversity Connects:** Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA.
  • Your tasks and responsibilities**
  • Contribute to the writing of requirement specifications and review technical supplier proposals in collaboration with the Design Office and the procurement department
  • Review supplier documentation to prepare and conduct development reviews (design reviews and qualification review)
  • Review and check technical interfaces with other systems while managing compatibility between helicopter emitters (e.g., EMI) and EWS sensors
  • Review integration constraints with the integration team and contribute to the overall helicopter system reviews and assessments
  • Define the test requirements on the System Integration Rigs and on the helicopters
  • Support the test team during bench and flight tests
  • Contribute to the writing of the documentation for certification or qualification
  • Desired skills and qualifications**
  • Completed studies (Bachelor with additional qualification or Master) in the field of aerospace engineering, electrical engineering or comparable course of study

Alternatively: three-year completed vocational training with qualified further training as a technician and related extended experience

  • Proven experience in Systems Engineering, ideally with a focus on Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS)
  • Solid experience in supplier management and technical vendor coordination.
  • Strong organizational skills combined with the ability to work effectively in a team and excellent communication skills
  • A proactive mindset with a strong willingness to learn and grow within the role
  • Language Skills: English - negotiation level, knowledge of German or French is an advantage
  • Willingness to undertake occasional international business travel

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

  • Take your career to a new level and apply** [**online**](https://www.airbus.com/en/careers) **now!**

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

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.