Senior Electrical Engineer (Seat Integration) (m/f/d)

Senior Electrical Engineer (Seat Integration) (M/F/D)

Location: Hamburg, Germany

In this role you will:

• Work with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements for passenger seats.
• Define requirements, review and approve qualification data from our suppliers for integration approval of seats into the airframe, including the review of 3D installation models and qualification data.
• Define, draft and review documentation for the design and certification of aircraft seating products, including but not limited to:
  • Wiring diagrams
  • 3D Electrical Installation Models
  • Qualification Test Plans and Reports
  • System Safety Analysis
  • Equipment Qualification
  • EWIS Compliance
• Collaborate closely with Office of Airworthiness and regulatory authorities to ensure the aircraft cabin is modified in a safe and compliant manner.
• Collaborate closely with the aircraft Type-Certificate holder to ensure seamless integration of seating products into the aircraft, at or following delivery.
• Manage supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements.

What we offer you:

• Vacation & Personal Time Off: 32 vacation days plus paid PTO for life events — recharge when it matters.
• Meal & Transport: Monthly meal allowance of €115 and €50 transport credit through flexible apps (including Deutschland‑Ticket, public transportation, e‑rollers, bikes, taxis/Uber, fuel/e‑charges, and bike leasing).
• Pension & Retirement: Robust pension plan and flexible contribution options to support your financial future.
• Income & Insurance Protection: Life insurance at 2x annual salary and total occupational disability cover at 1x; sick‑leave salary gap insurance to bridge social security and your pay.
• Global Travel & Medical Coverage: Business‑trip insurance with International SOS assistance and medical protection while abroad — travel with confidence.
• Career Development: Learning Together program funding degrees, MBAs, and certifications to grow your skills and career.
• Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programs for comprehensive health and mental wellness support.

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 (Electrical, Avionics, Aerospace, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering) or higher degree in engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in Aerospace industry, preferably in a role involving design, integration, and/or certification of interior products on commercial aircraft.

Additionally preferred skills:

• Experience: 5+ years of experience within a Design or Production Organization, preferably including appointment as a Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE) in an EASA Design Organization or as an engineering Unit Member (e-UM) in an FAA Design Organization with terms of approval relevant to electrical discipline.
• Knowledge: Demonstrated high levels of experience with aircraft interior modification programs, especially on the electrical aspect of seat integration, with a high level of attention to detail. Detailed knowledge and experience with RTCA DO-160, RTCA DO-178C, RTCA DO-254 and System Safety Assessment.
• Collaboration: Experience in leading complex projects (development and execution of schedule milestones, financial assessments, resource assessments, risk and/or issues management, etc.) including influencing team members and stakeholders (suppliers, customers, solution providers) involved and willing to help develop, mentor and coach less experienced staff.
• Tools: Expertise navigating OEM data systems for specifications and standards and experience with Catia V5 / V6, ENOVIA, IVT, AutoCAD.
• Personality: 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, communicates transparently, respects diverse perspectives and takes ownership to drive results the right way.
• Flexibility: Comfortable with a variable work statement and flexible to support meetings across different time zones.

Applications for this position will be accepted until May 06, 2026 .

Successful candidates for this position must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.

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 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 assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.