Description
We are seeking a Lighting Design Engineer (Mid-Level) to join our Payloads organization in Hamburg, Germany. As a Lighting Design Engineer, you will define, develop, and document aircraft interior lighting system architectures and requirements. You will perform and approve analyses, simulations, and test activities to validate and verify lighting systems and components meet technical, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Define, develop, and document aircraft interior lighting system architectures and requirements, covering general lighting, emergency lighting, lighting scenes, and passenger information signs
- Perform and approve analyses, simulations, and test activities to validate and verify lighting systems and components meet technical, safety, and regulatory requirements
- Design and integrate interior lighting systems and components using 3D CAD, optical modeling and simulation tools, and electrical/mechanical integration methods across the product lifecycle
- Lead technical coordination with suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams, ensuring design maturity, qualification, certification, production readiness, and compliance with Boeing and customer requirements
- Ensure regulatory compliance and technical robustness, addressing regulatory changes, managing technical risks, and assessing emerging lighting technologies for future aircraft applications
What we offer you:
- Vacation: 32 vacation days
- Personal Time Off: 2 paid days for emergencies, 2 for your wedding, 1 for moving, and 3 for bereavement
- Pension Plan: robust pension plan with 13 monthly payments and flexible contribution options
- Life & Disability Insurance: 2x your annual salary in life insurance and 1x for total occupational disability
- Sick Leave Salary Gap Insurance: income protection during sick leave
- Global Travel Coverage & International SOS Assistance: global insurance for all your business trips
- Medical Benefits Abroad: medical emergency protection
- Career Advancement Opportunities: Learning Together Program supporting degrees, MBAs, and certifications
- Comprehensive Wellness Support: Employee Assistance & Well-Being programs
What you bring to the table:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
- Experience in leading a cross-functional/integrated product team
- 5+ years of experience in aerospace interiors, lighting technology, materials properties, design criteria, integration, certification, and release processes
- Knowledge of optics and lighting system design, including optical modeling & simulation tools
- Experience in program or project management, leading project and/or program proposals
- Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing (DfM) principles and electronics manufacturing methods