Description
We are seeking a mid-level Seat Structures Engineer to join our Commercial Modifications team in Hamburg, Germany.
As a Seat Structures Engineer, you will be responsible for certification activities for aircraft seating products within the Boeing Commercial Airplanes business unit, producing STCs that allow post-delivery installation of new seating products. You will serve as a Boeing representative for stress, engineering, and certification topics related to the integration of aircraft seating.
Key responsibilities include:
- Performing analytical and finite element (FE) calculations to assess and predict structural failure modes
- Compiling structural substantiation documents and reviewing data from suppliers for integration approval of seats into the airframe
- Working closely with Boeing teams and internal and external stakeholders to ensure products are delivered in the correct condition and quality
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Stress/Structures/Mechanical or Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering
- 5+ years of related work experience in aerospace engineering, including stress analysis, supplier integration, and understanding of the EASA Part 21J certification process
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience in seat development and certification covering concept definition through approval
- Familiarity with ETSO performance standards and working knowledge of STC processes for aircraft seats
- Proficiency with key engineering tools such as ENOVIA, Catia V5/V6, Altair HyperWorks, PATRAN / NASTRAN
Benefits:
- 32 vacation days plus paid PTO for life events
- Monthly meal allowance of €115 and €50 transport credit
- Robust pension plan and flexible contribution options
- Life insurance at 2x annual salary and total occupational disability cover at 1x
- Business-trip insurance with International SOS assistance and medical protection while abroad
- Learning Together program funding degrees, MBAs, and certifications
- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programs for comprehensive health and mental wellness support