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Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Aircraft Prototype (all genders)
Contract type
Ongoing
Work mode
On-site · Munich, Germany
Experience
Senior · Not stated
Level inferred from job title
Job description
Senior Manufacturing Engineer responsible for ensuring manufacturability and efficient build-up of Vaeridion's aircraft prototypes, driving design-for-manufacturing, supporting design release, and developing tooling, jigs, and assembly concepts for prototype manufacturing.
At a glance
- Work mode
- On-site · Munich, Germany
- Languages
- English – fluent, German
What you'll do
- Drive DFM activities across aircraft structures, systems, and assemblies
- Work closely with design and systems engineering teams to ensure manufacturability, robustness, and scalability of designs
- Support and challenge design release decisions from a manufacturing perspective
- Ensure designs are aligned with assembly constraints, tooling concepts, and production readiness
- Plan and define assembly sequences, workflows, and build concepts for aircraft prototype manufacturing
- Develop build plans for complex assemblies, including structures, systems, and propulsion components
- Support rapid iteration cycles typical for prototype development while maintaining process stability
- Ensure efficient integration of all aircraft components into a complete prototype
- Design, specify, and implement tooling, jigs, and fixtures required for assembly and integration
- Work closely with design and support teams to develop robust and reusable tooling solutions
- Ensure tooling supports safe, repeatable, and high-quality assembly processes
- Oversee procurement, build, and commissioning of tooling where required
- Develop and continuously improve manufacturing and assembly processes for aircraft prototypes
- Define work instructions, process documentation, and best practices
- Ensure processes are efficient, scalable, and aligned with future production needs
- Drive standardisation and continuous improvement across manufacturing activities
- Act as key interface between design, manufacturing, and test teams
- Support integration activities by resolving manufacturability and assembly challenges
- Collaborate with engineering disciplines to ensure smooth transition from design to build
- Coordinate with suppliers and external partners as required
- Ensure all manufacturing processes and tooling meet safety and regulatory requirements
- Support risk assessments, safe operating procedures, and compliance activities
- Promote and uphold a strong safety culture across all work areas
What we're looking for
- Degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field
- Proven experience in manufacturing engineering, ideally in aerospace or similarly complex industries
- Strong experience in DFM, industrialisation, and assembly planning
- Strong understanding of aircraft structures, systems, and assembly processes
- Experience in design for manufacturing (DFM) and design release processes
- Experience in development of tooling, jigs, and fixtures for complex assemblies
- Knowledge of low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing environments (prototype or aerospace)
- Experience with manufacturing process development, documentation, and industrialisation
- Experience with applicable rules, regulations, harmonised norms, and industry standards (e.g. aerospace manufacturing standards)
- Strong ownership and structured, solution-oriented working style
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical capabilities
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment
- Fluent in English
Nice to have
- Familiarity with CAD tools and PLM systems is a strong plus
- Familiarity with electric propulsion systems and high-voltage components is a plus
- German is a plus
Benefits
- Subsidized EGYM Wellpass membership
- Subsidized lunch with a 5€ company contribution per meal on office days
- Virtual stock options
- Free charging station for your electric car or a public transport job ticket as part of the Deutschlandticket
- JobRad program for leasing a high-quality bicycle or e-bike with tax advantages
- Pension scheme
- Work in one of our offices in Munich or Delft
- Internal social events and retreats (e.g. cooking, game nights, sports)
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About VÆRIDION
VÆRIDION was founded in 2021 to transform regional air travel with the Microliner, a 100% electric commercial aircraft. By delivering the most energy-efficient aircraft, we are building the future where clean, safe, and affordable electric aviation seamlessly connects people and businesses. We're bringing together the brightest minds in aerospace, automotive engineering, and business to disrupt the aviation industry.
Mission
To transform regional air travel with the Microliner, a 100% electric commercial aircraft, building the future where clean, safe, and affordable electric aviation seamlessly connects people and businesses.
Key facts
- 2021
- Electric aviation
- Founded in 2021
- Developing the Microliner, a 100% electric commercial aircraft
- Offices in Munich and Delft