Full-time

Laboratory Development Engineer - Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) (m/f/d)
Bruchsal, Germany

Here at Volocopter, we are the pioneers of electric air taxis (electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft - eVTOLs). We have pledged to bring sustainable urban air mobility to life by getting electric air taxis off the ground in a way that complements existing transportation options in megacities across the globe. In 2011 we carried out the first-ever crewed flight of a fully electric multicopter and have since conducted more than 2,000 public and private test flights across the world (www.volocopter.com).

Job Description

Your mission during this flight:

As part of the Laboratory Testing Team, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks that ensure the effective testing and validation of aircraft systems.

Here are your key responsibilities:

  • You will design, develop, and maintain test benches for various aircraft systems, including Flight Controls, Avionics, and Propulsion.
  • You will define hardware and software requirements for test setups, and assist with the procurement of necessary components.
  • You will collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to develop, modify, and retrofit test benches.
  • You will work alongside test engineers to develop realistic and representative testing scenarios.
  • You will ensure configuration control and calibration of test bench equipment.
  • You will modify the test bench signals database following Interface Control Documents (ICD) provided by suppliers.
  • You will troubleshoot and support test campaigns across different environments, including structural, propulsion, and wind-tunnel tests.
  • You will diagnose and resolve issues during testing to guarantee reliable and accurate results.
  • You will automate and optimize testing processes for greater efficiency and scalability.
  • You will contribute to the development of testing strategies, ensuring adherence to standards.
Qualifications

Check in your professional skills:

  • Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5 years of experience with scalable hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) systems is preferred.
  • Hands-on experience with NI data acquisition systems and related technologies.
  • Experience with automating failure insertion techniques for aircraft systems, including power loss, wiring failures, and data corruption.
  • Expertise in data acquisition and signal generation for analog sensors like LVDTs, strain gauges, accelerometers, and temperature sensors.
  • Knowledge of aerospace databuses such as CAN/ARINC-825 and ARINC-429.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ and Python.
  • Strong team player with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary environments.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Fluent in English with strong communication skills.
Additional Information

Our Volocopter flight includes:  

  • Fast-growing high-tech company with a superb network of investors and partners   
  • Chance to shape the future of aviation  
  • Help us to create groundbreaking new projects - from scratch!   
  • Personal accountability, as well as growth and learning opportunities, based on your personal strengths  
  • An inspiring workplace with modern workspaces, flexible hours, quick decision-making, a flat hierarchy, positive leadership, great team spirit  
  • Attractive compensation package

Diversity at Volocopter:  

Our differences are what make us great. Here at Volocopter, we value equal opportunities and trust. As air mobility industry innovators, we believe that changing the world starts on team level. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.
 

Laboratory Development Engineer - Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) (m/f/d)