Grob Aircraft entwickelt und fertigt seit über 55 Jahren hochleistungsfähige Flugzeuge aus Faserverbundwerkstoffen – von Schulungsflugzeugen bis hin zu Sondermissionsplattformen. Über 3.500 Flugzeuge weltweit wurden bereits ausgeliefert.
Als Teil von Helsing verbinden wir bewährte Luftfahrtkompetenz mit modernster KI-Technologie. Gemeinsam entwickeln wir die CA-1 Europa – Europas erstes autonomes UCAV. Ein Programm, das europäische Verteidigungstechnologie neu definiert.
Wofür wir stehen: Ingenieursexzellenz, technologische Souveränität und eine Unternehmenskultur, die auf Vertrauen, Eigenverantwortung und kurze Entscheidungswege setzt.
We are looking for an experienced Flight Mechanics Engineer (m/f/x) to develop and validate aircraft models and to perform handling-qualities assessments. You will also support FBW teams during design, simulation and test phases. You will have interface across disciplines such as aerodynamics, loads, flight controls, systems, flight test and certification, to ensure consistency of models and assumptions.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, implement and maintain high-fidelity 6-degree-of-freedom (6DOF) simulation models for fixed-wing aircraft.
* Create and validate aerodynamic models (database generation/processing) from CFD, wind tunnel and flight test data.
* Conduct handling-qualities analyses and assessments (MIL-STD/ADS-33/CS-25/CS-23 considerations as applicable), run pilot-in-the-loop and metric-based evaluations; produce recommendations and design solutions.
* Support fly-by-wire/flight-control development: provide vehicle models and requirements input, design verification (simulations and piloted evaluations).
* Prepare and deliver technical artefacts for certification and verification: simulation reports, requirement traceability, test cases, qualification evidence, and support for flight tests.
Experience & Qualifications
* MSc (or equivalent) in Aerospace, Aeronautical, or Mechanical Engineering.
* 5+ years of professional experience in flight mechanics, including certification work (CS-23/CS-25; military standards is a plus).
* Experience building and validating aircraft simulation models and processing aerodynamic data.
* Proven experience in handling-qualities assessment through simulation, flight simulators, and flight testing.
* Experience supporting Fly-By-Wire (FBW) or flight-control system development.
* Strong programming skills in Python and MATLAB/Simulink.
* Excellent English communication and presentation skills for engaging with technical teams and certification authorities.
* Experience with military aircraft (design, flight testing, or handling qualities).
* Experience with wind-tunnel testing.