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We want to pave the way into a more digital, sustainable and safer future. Come join us.\nAerodynamics is responsible for the aerodynamic design and characterization for all military aircraft programs along their product life cycle. We use numerical simulations, wind tunnel testing and flight test to understand the aerodynamic behavior and to create and deliver aircraft representative aerodynamic data and models for stability & control, performance, loads and aeroelastics as well as establishing envelopes for safe separation of external as well as internal stores and for plume ingestion. Besides, we give support to the production in terms of assessing the aerodynamics impact on non-conformities, repairs plus in-service incidents.\nYour location\nLocated about an hour’s drive north of Munich, Manching is an up-and-coming market town that offers a wide range of leisure and cultural activities. Here, you can enjoy the quality of life in the countryside while the pleasures of near-by cities are still within easy reach.\nOur Benefits for You\n Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits, such as company pension schemes, mobility offers (e.g., bike leasing), or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines.\n Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35-hour week); work-life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part-time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.\nGrowth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group-wide career perspectives.\n Feel Good at Work: On-site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses, preventive care, etc.), canteen and cafeteria, and local childcare facilities at selected locations.\nDiversity Connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA.\nYour tasks and responsibilities\nYour Mission:\nAs senior aerodynamicist, you will own the aerodynamic modeling strategy for high agility fighter aircraft based. You will oversee the integration of wind tunnel, flight test and numerical simulation data and drive the development for future aerodynamic dataset modeling technologies.\nYour impact:\nAs successful candidate you will\nLead the analysis and assessment of aerodynamic characteristics for high-agility fighter aircraft.\nProvide technical leadership and oversight for wind tunnel and flight test campaigns.\nDefine the methodology and architecture for modeling aerodynamic datasets throughout the envelope for stability & control, performance, and loads assessments.\nProvide expert oversight for flight test data analysis, helping to refine and perfect our aerodynamic databases.\nChampion innovation by driving the development of new technologies, such as data fusion and machine learning, to modernize our predictive capabilities.\nMentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.\nDesired skills and qualifications\nMaster’s degree or PhD in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, mathematics, or equivalent.\n Extensive professional experience (typically 7+ years) in aerodynamics and flight mechanics, with a proven track record in fighter aircraft programs.\nDeep expertise in wind tunnel and flight test data analysis and interpretation.\n Advanced proficiency in high-level programming (e.g., Python, C++) and demonstrated experience implementing machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data fusion algorithms in a production environment.\nStrong leadership capabilities: ability to guide technical teams, manage complex projects, and influence stakeholders.\nProven ability to make high-stakes technical decisions under pressure and balance technical perfection with economic and schedule constraints.\nExcellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex aerodynamic concepts to non-expert stakeholders and senior management.\nFluent in English; German is an advantage.\nWillingness to travel domestically and internationally.\nNot a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.\nTake your career to a new level and apply online now!\n#MYCYM\nThis job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.\nCompany:\nAirbus Defence and Space GmbHEmployment Type:\nPermanent-------\nExperience Level:\nProfessionalJob Family:\nFlight & Space Physics By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.\nAirbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. 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