Aeronautical engineer (m/w/d)

Dornier Seawings - Shaping the Future of Travel Together

At Dornier Seawings, we are shaping the future of travel with the Seastar, an innovative amphibious aircraft combining speed, comfort, safety, and efficiency.

We are an ambitious, international team passionate about aviation, technology, and innovation. As a growing start-up, we offer a dynamic, hands-on environment with short decision-making processes, personal responsibility, and plenty of room for ideas and initiative.

Join experienced aviation professionals, engineers, and creative talents in solving complex challenges and developing a completely new generation of amphibious aircraft.

Join Dornier Seawings and help us shape the future of travel.

• Flight Physics Engineer (m/f/d)
• Own the compliance demonstration for aeroelasticity requirements within the CS-23 certification program.
• Perform aeroelastic analysis (control reversal, divergence and flutter) using MSC Nastran.
• Update the aircraft aeroelastic finite element model and correlate it with GVT and flight test data.
• Prepare compliance documents and support their review with the authorities.
• Support other flight physics disciplines, e.g. loads, handling qualities, performance and aerodynamics.
• We’re looking for a motivated, collaborative professional who enjoys solving technical challenges and working in an international environment. The ideal candidate brings a strong engineering mindset, a structured approach to problem-solving, and a willingness to contribute across different areas of the organisation.

Academic qualification: A Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or an equivalent university degree is required.

Industry experience: At least three years of professional experience in the aeronautical industry is preferred.

Programming skills: Good programming skills and the ability to develop efficient technical solutions.

Simulation software: Experience with Patran/Nastran or comparable engineering software.

Structural dynamics: Experience in modal analysis and flutter analysis is a plus.

Composite structures: Knowledge of composite airframes is an advantage.

Flexibility: A proactive and adaptable attitude, with a willingness to support other functions and contribute beyond your core responsibilities when needed.

Languages: Good command of English is required; basic knowledge of German is a plus.