V.I.E. Development engineer, Ottobrunn

Airbus Helicopters, formerly Eurocopter, is a division of Airbus Group, a global pioneer in aerospace and defence related services. Employing approximately 22,000 people worldwide, Airbus Helicopters is the world's No. 1 helicopter manufacturer with a turnover of 6.3 billion euros. The company's in-service fleet includes some 12,000 helicopters operated by more than 3,000 customers in approximately 150 countries. Airbus Helicopters' international presence is marked by its subsidiaries and participation in 21 countries, and its worldwide network of service centres, training facilities, distributors and certified agents. Airbus Helicopters' range of civil and military helicopters is the world's largest; its aircraft account for one third of the worldwide civil and parapublic fleet. The company's main priority is to ensure the safe operation of its aircraft for the thousands of people who together fly more than 3 million hours per year.

Tasks

The successful candidate will work within the department of Computers and Electrical Equipment: the target is to achieve a fully LED based solution for Helicopters Lighting (Interior and External Lighting) for the German and French H/C Programs:

• Market Research has to be performed for new lights based on LED technology
• Conduct a RFI /RFQ process
• Establish and conduct development project(s) with external suppliers

Skills

• Electrical Engineering degree, with specialization / knowledge in Opto-Electronics / LED technology
• Basic Electrical CAD Tools experience
• Fluency in English is essential, German , French or other language skills will be considered as an advantage
• International experience of 6 months or more (for studies or work) will be considered as an advantage
• Able to work as a member of a team
• Good communication skills