(Senior) Test Engineer - HiL / Power HiL (all genders)

Your mission

Join VÆRIDION on our groundbreaking journey to develop the world’s first electric 9-seater aircraft. As a HiL Test Engineer (all genders), you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of the VÆRIDION Microliner by integrating and testing the electronic control units of our electric propulsion system, with a primary focus on the Battery Management System (BMS). You will lead the development and management of HiL and Power HiL test rigs at our test facilities while executing critical test campaigns for R&D and certification. This is your chance to work on innovative technology in a dynamic and fast-paced environment!

Your Day-to-Day

• Test Execution:
  • Manage the entire test process, from request to final report.
  • Collaborate with design engineers to assess test requirements.
  • Execute tests and deliver reliable, insightful reports.
• Test Asset Ownership:
  • Oversee multiple test assets, ensuring readiness, safety, and calibration.
  • Optimize asset schedules for maximum testing efficiency.
  • Partner with engineers and technicians to set up and execute test campaigns.
• Rig Development:
  • Design and develop HiL and Power HiL test rigs in coordination with support teams and suppliers.
  • Create software solutions for test rigs focused on electric motor, battery, and system integration.
  • Work closely with software, mechanical, and electrical specialists to innovate test solutions.
• Support and Best Practices:
  • Foster a strong safety culture within our test facilities.
  • Establish and maintain best practices to ensure operational excellence.
  • Tackle ad-hoc projects and tasks with enthusiasm and adaptability.

Your profile

• Degree in Aerospace, Computer, Software, Electrical, or Mechatronic Engineering (or a related field).
• 3+ years of professional experience in real-time simulation labs.
• Expertise in developing HiL and Power HiL rigs is essential.
• Proficiency with test rig systems and software like Matlab/Simulink, National Instruments, or Speedgoat is critical.
• Knowledge of Battery Management Systems is highly desirable.
• Experience with aerospace standards such as DO-178 is desirable.
• Familiarity with high-voltage components and aircraft integration labs is a plus.
• Proactive, driven, and unafraid to challenge the status quo.
• Comfortable working with incomplete requirements and anticipating needs.
• Self-reliant, adaptable, and an excellent team player.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a goal-oriented mindset.
• Fluent in English; German or other languages are a Plus.

We recognize that women and other under-represented groups are often overlooked in our industry. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. Talent and potential can’t always be captured in a checklist.

Why us?

• Be part of an ambitious team determined to shape the future of aviation.
• We are an in-office company, but we value flexibility and trust employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work or adjusting hours to accommodate personal commitments.
• Subsidized EGYM Wellpass membership: your (mental) health is important for us.
• Enjoy a subsidized lunch with a 5€ company contribution per meal on office days.
• Become a part of our success with virtual stock options.
• Choose the option that suits your needs: either a free charging station for your electric car or a public transport job ticket as part of the Deutschlandticket.
• Lease a high-quality bicycle or e-bike through our JobRad program and benefit from tax advantages. Whether for your daily commute or personal use, enjoy more mobility and sustainability.
• Pension scheme to support your long-term financial security.
• Boost your professional as well as personal growth executing your own ideas and independent projects.
• Join our internal social events and retreats (e.g. cooking, game nights, sports).

Compensation Principles

Our Compensation Philosophy: Compensation is determined based on objective and gender-neutral criteria, including relevant experience, qualifications and education, performance, level of responsibility, required skills and competencies, and the scarcity or uniqueness of expertise in the relevant field. VÆRIDION applies these criteria consistently to ensure fair and equitable compensation for employees performing the same work or work of equal value.

Salary Range: 80.000 EUR - 100.000 EUR