Senior Aerodynamics Engineer – Aerodynamic Data Modeling (d/f/m)

Location: Manching, Germany; willingness to travel domestically and internationally is required.

Company

hirify.global develops and supports military aircraft and aerospace systems across their product life cycles.

What you will do

• Lead the analysis and assessment of aerodynamic characteristics for high-agility fighter aircraft.
• Provide technical leadership for wind tunnel and flight test campaigns.
• Define methodologies and architectures for aerodynamic datasets covering stability and control, performance, and loads.
• Oversee flight test data analysis and improve aerodynamic databases.
• Drive data fusion and machine learning technologies for predictive aerodynamic capabilities.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and guide technical teams.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or PhD in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, mathematics, or an equivalent field.
• Typically 7+ years of professional experience in aerodynamics and flight mechanics, including a proven track record in fighter aircraft programs.
• Deep expertise in wind tunnel and flight test data analysis and interpretation.
• Advanced proficiency in high-level programming such as Python or C++, with demonstrated experience implementing machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data fusion algorithms in a production environment.
• Ability to guide technical teams, manage complex projects, and influence stakeholders.
• Ability to make high-stakes technical decisions under pressure while balancing technical, economic, and schedule constraints.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting complex aerodynamic concepts to non-expert stakeholders and senior management.
• Fluent English required.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally required.

Nice to have

• German language skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent, full-time position with a 35-hour week and 30 days of annual leave.
• Flexible working hours, mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbaticals.
• Professional development opportunities and international career perspectives.
• Company pension schemes, mobility offers, and corporate discounts.
• Health programs, an on-site company doctor, cafeteria facilities, and local childcare at selected locations.
• Diverse and inclusive environment with more than 140 nationalities.

Hiring process

• Apply online through the Airbus careers portal.