Job Description
Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Our Commercial Modifications Team is currently looking for you in Hamburg, Germany as a
Senior Seat Structures Engineer (m/f/d)
About us:
In our commercial modifications team, we are proud to operate under our EASA Part21J Design Organization Approval; with a clear mission: to become the number one customer choice for aircraft retrofit solutions in the commercial aviation market. Our international team, with strong presences in Munich and Hamburg, specializes in interior retrofit projects, ranging from halon fire extinguisher replacements to full cabin tube strips.
As we expand our operations in Germany, we are excited to grow our Seat Integration Team, focusing on unique seat certification and integration for all Boeing aircraft models. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional value and quality, making us the preferred provider of cabin modifications and maintenance.
If you are passionate about aviation and want to be part of a dynamic team committed to customer success, we invite you to explore opportunities with us!
In this role you will:
* Be responsible for and lead the certification activities for aircraft seating products, with the Boeing Commercial Airplanes business unit, to produce STCs that allow for the post-delivery installation of new seating products
* Be a technical focal and (Boeing) representative for stress, engineering and certification topics relating to integration of airplane seating
* Perform analytical and finite element (FE) calculations, assess and predict structural failure modes incl. execution of root cause analysis
* Compile structural substantiation documents and review data from our suppliers for integration approval of seats (all types of seats including unique features) into the airframe
* Work closely with our Boeing teams and other stakeholders to ensure the aircraft cabin is delivered in the correct condition and quality
What we offer you:
* Vacation: Embrace work-life balance with 26 vacation days and up to 5 paid break days during our festive company closure (December 24-31)—because you deserve time to recharge!
* Personal Time Off: Benefit from 2 paid days for emergencies, 2 for your wedding, 1 for moving, and 3 for bereavement – because life happens!
* Pension Plan: Build a secure future with our robust pension plan, featuring 13 monthly payments and flexible contribution options—because your future also matters to us!
* Life & Disability Insurance: Protect your loved ones with 2x your annual salary in life insurance and 1x for total occupational disability—ensuring they’re cared for, no matter what
* Sick Leave Salary Gap Insurance: Income protection during sick leave, covering the gap between social security pay and your net salary—so you can focus on healing
* Global Travel Coverage & International SOS Assistance: Travel confidently with global insurance for all your business trips, ensuring your safety wherever you go
* Medical Benefits Abroad: Stay protected in medical emergencies, no matter where your business takes you
* Career Advancement Opportunities: Enhance your skills and advance your career through our Learning Together Program, which supports degrees, MBAs, and certifications.
* Comprehensive Wellness Support: Access our Employee Assistance & Well-Being programs for a healthier, happier you
For a full list of our benefits in Germany please check our website as these are changing regularly to match market requirements at a local level
What you bring to the table:
Basic qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in engineering, within Stress/Structures/Mechanical or Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering
* 5+ years' experience in commercial aircraft design with an EASA Part 21, Subpart J Design Organization (or equivalent)
* Experience within seat development and certification - from beginning up to approval including test witnessing and (E-)TSO programs
Additionally preferred skills:
* Experience: You have extensive experience with EASA regulatory and applicable airworthiness requirements, e.g. CS-, JAR- and FAR-25 including related AC’s and AMC’s (relevant to §25.562)
* Knowledge: You show a high level of attention to detail and bring extensive experience with aircraft interior modification programs including certifying novel seat features such as pre-tensioners and air bags. You thrive while working on multiple programs with varying levels of requirements
* Collaboration: You are experienced in working effectively with colleagues and customers and are willing to help develop, mentor and coach less experienced staff
* Tools: You can demonstrate Proficiency with our key engineering tools: Altair HyperWorks, PATRAN / NASTRAN
* Personality: You are a principled, reliable professional who values integrity, safety, and accountability, always striving for the highest standards of quality and ethical conduct. Inclusive and collaborative by nature, you communicate transparently, respect diverse perspectives and take ownership to drive results the right way
You’ll be part of a small, cross-functional team empowered to move fast, experiment freely, and build ambitious solutions—all while benefiting from the infrastructure, network and mentorship available within a mature enterprise.
Join us in our mission to connect, protect, explore, and inspire the world through aerospace innovation. Apply online today to be part of our dedicated team of innovators!
Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 03, 2025
Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
Not a Shift Worker (Germany)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.