Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Aerospace) (m/f/d)
Weiterstadt
Full-time
Permanent employee
Your mission
- Manage aircraft system and structural requirements and develop compliant mechanical designs
- Optimize part and assembly designs for manufacturability, maintainability, cost, weight, and performance
- Develop, maintain, and approve engineering deliverables, including CAD models, drawings, specifications, analyses, and test reports
- Lead designs through the full product development lifecycle and certification process. Support production and assembly teams through troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and technical guidance
- Build, assemble, and test prototypes, demonstrators, and composite structures. Perform engineering analyses, including stress, loads, fatigue, aerodynamics, weight & balance, and system performance
- Manage BOMs, product structures, configuration data, and engineering records in the PLM system
- Coordinate technical activities with internal and external stakeholders throughout development.
Your profile
- You have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering.
- You bring a minimum of 8 years experience in the field of mechanical design, preferably in aerospace or automotive.
- You have a good overview of functions of the aircraft (all departments in engineering) and production.
- You are experienced with CAD systems, preferably Catia 3DExperience.
- You are experienced in inclusive design, design testing, (rapid) prototyping and agile methods.
- You have the ability to work independently but yet assure good and efficient teamwork.
What you bring as a perfect candidate
- You thrive in collaborative environments and value collective success.
- You approach challenges with a positive mindset and a proactive attitude.
- You believe technology has the power to improve society and drive positive change for the future.
What we'll offer
- Enjoy attractive employee discounts with corporate benefits on a variety of products and services.
- Join the fun at our employee events and team-building activities.
- Many of our roles offer remote work options and flexible hours to balance your life and work.
- Stay fit with access to EGYM Wellpass – your wellbeing is a priority.
- On two wheels to work? Take advantage of our Business Bike option and commute the healthy way.
Why us?
- A motivated and supportive team, where every voice is heard, and collaboration drives our success.
- A fast-growing tech startup, where the pace is exciting, and every day presents new challenges and opportunities.
- A place where your ideas can take flight, allowing you to shape and influence projects from the ground up.
- Dedicated to your personal and professional growth, offering opportunities to learn, develop, and thrive.
- A company that values impact, where your work truly makes a difference and contributes to something meaningful.
About us
Do you want to shape the future of aviation? Do you share our vision of saving and improving lives through technology with a purpose? Then join our ambitious team of young talents and experienced professionals!
We at Wingcopter design innovative, high-performance drones that are operated all over the world in commercial and humanitarian operations. Our drone technology saves and improves lives every day.
At Wingcopter, we strive to create an inclusive corporate culture where everyone is treated with respect and trust, irrespective of origin, gender, identity, age, religion, background or role within the company. We are convinced that a diverse environment is the best breeding ground for innovative, sustainable and forward-looking solutions to major challenges.
