Laboratory Test Engineer - Propulsion

Your crew during this flight:
We are a growing team in the Laboratory Testing department and are responsible for testing the various systems integration of our eVTOL vehicle in the laboratory environment.
Our mission is to ensure that systems’ functional and certification requirements are verified, and by strong interaction with system designers and developers, show that the systems are airworthy.

Your mission during this flight:
As a Laboratory Test Engineer working with eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft, your main responsibility will be to design and conduct various tests on the aircraft's Propulsion system and components to ensure they meet safety and performance standards. You will work closely with design and development teams to identify potential design flaws or weak points and develop testing protocols to address them. Your duties may also include analyzing data from tests, making recommendations for improvements to the design, and collaborating with other engineers and stakeholders to ensure project goals are met. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of instrumentation and electric propulsion system are key qualifications for this role.

• You will develop test plans, procedures, and protocols for propulsion tests, ensuring they align with project objectives and industry standards.
• A strong background in testing, and be comfortable working in both on-site and off-site testing environments.
• Conduct tests in several test rigs in Volocopter related to propulsion and wind tunnels.
• You will be deeply involved in identifying and documenting test results and, if applicable, deviations.
• It will be your duty to set up, configure and validate the test equipment before each test execution.
• You will analyze test data, making recommendations for improvements and refinements.

Requirements

Check in your professional skills:

• Bachelor’s / Master´s degree in engineering or similar degree or experience, Aerospace Engineering will be considered as a plus

• 5+ years of working experience with systems test benches or laboratories

• 5+ years of work experience Aircraft systems (Structures, Flight Controls, Electric Propulsion, etc.)

• Familiarity with writing test sequences, test plans, test reports.

• Experience with Requirements Engineering

• Very good knowledge of the English language and proficiency in German is a plus.

• Structured, independent, and solution-oriented way of working

• Experience communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Preferred skills:

• Solid knowledge in at least one of the following areas: electrical systems, rotors, noise & vibrations, or strain gauges
• Experience with high voltage electrical systems