Senior Materials & Processes Engineer

About the role

Lead and coordinate technical activities for metallic materials, surface treatments and adhesive bonding within a high‑performance aerospace environment. You will act as the local technical authority and support cross‑functional teams to deliver innovative launcher structures.

Key responsibilities

• Lead high‑complexity tasks without supervision and act as first‑level escalation for metallic materials and surface treatments.
• Coordinate with operations, quality, procurement and other departments to align technical solutions.
• Manage work packages, budgets and schedules, ensuring compliance with customer quality, cost and delivery requirements.
• Participate in Non‑Conformance Review Boards, perform risk management and root‑cause analysis.
• Coach junior engineers and contribute to recruitment and skill development within the department.

Required profile

• Master’s degree or PhD in Materials Science, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of technical experience in metallic materials, surface treatments and adhesive bonding.
• Proven leadership and communication skills, with ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• German language at B2 level or higher.

Required skills

• Metallic materials & processes
• Surface treatments and adhesive bonding
• Non‑Destructive Inspection (NDI) techniques
• Qualification, certification and validation of materials and processes
• Composite materials, especially carbon‑fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP)

What we offer

• International work environment with high‑tech space products
• Attractive benefits: public‑transport contribution, training, full‑paid maternity/paternity leave
• Flexible and mobile working, at least 5 weeks of vacation with the option to purchase additional days