Job Description:

In order to manage current and future projects, Airbus Helicopters is looking for you to join the team in Donauwörth as soon as possible as our new

Junior Stress Engineer (d/f/m).

The Airframe Stress Department is part of the Airbus Helicopters development and research organization and is responsible for a variety of topics concerning strength, loads and crash of helicopter airframes and mechanical equipment.

We work in an agile style with empowered staff developing our new Helicopters/VTOLs as well as modify and tailor our large product portfolio towards customer needs.

Your tasks and responsibilities:​

• Structural evaluation/ stress analysis during different development phases,
  from concept to detailed design phase, with the target of an optimized design in terms of strength, fatigue life, weight and cost

• Sizing and strength substantiation according to hand calculation methodology and FEM (linear and non-linear), to optimize airframe and mechanical equipment designs

• Preparation of test programs and test orders as well as supervision of the tests

• Preparation of justification reports for static strength and fatigue

• Determination and justification of service life, inspection and maintenance intervals

• Dealing with manufacturing deviations including the definition of rework and repairs as well with customer service requests

Desired skills and qualifications:

• Master Degree in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a similar course of studies

• Practical experience within Statics and Fatigue within Aerospace

• Basic knowledge of strength justification methods (analytical methodologies and FEM) for metal and composite materials are a Must-Have

• Basic experience in programming, e.g. Python

• Great sense of responsibility and enjoy working in teams and communicating in a multi-layered development world

• Language Skills: German and English on negotiation level

Your benefits:

• Exciting tasks on unique products and services

• A very good working atmosphere with colleagues who are enthusiastic about our products

• Attractive salary including holiday pay, Christmas bonus and profit sharing

• 30 days holidays and extra days-off for special occasions

• Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects

• Special benefits: employer-funded pension, employee stock options, discounted car leasing, special conditions for insurances, public transport subsidy, discounts at local businesses, Job-bicycle, EGYM-Wellpass

• On-site-facilities: medical officer for check-ups and other health-related services, canteen, café, kiosk and self-service market

• Good connection to public transportation

• Compatibility of family and career (job sharing, part-time models, flexible working hours, individual time off)

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

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.

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

Take your career to a new level and apply now online with your relevant documents (CV, short cover letter and certification for highest degree)!

Please note that we will be closed for holidays from 22nd December 2025 to 6th January 2026. We will get back to you as soon as possible / from mid-January.

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 HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND GmbH

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Entry Level

Job Family:

Structure & Dynamic Systems Analysis

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