Equipment Test & Integration Engineer (m/f/d) Eurofighter Electronic Warfare

Job Description: In order to support the Mission Systems Centre of Competence at Airbus Defence and Space in Manching we are looking for a Equipment Test & Integration Engineer (m/f/d) Eurofighter Electronic Warfare Our team is responsible for the development and integration of advanced sensor systems for the Eurofighter, including E-Scan Radar and Defensive Aids Subsystems, across national and multinational programs. You will play a key role in the test, verification, and integration of electronic warfare equipment into the Eurofighter platform, supporting the full product lifecycle-from early integration planning and laboratory testing through to flight trials and fleet introduction. With a focus on ensuring seamless interoperability and performance of complex avionics systems, you will be central to the successful upgrade and qualification of the Eurofighter’s Defensive Aids capabilities. This role is also available with reduced weekly hours and an adapted scope of tasks. Your location Located about an hour’s drive north of Munich, Manching is an up-and-coming market town that offers a wide range of leisure and cultural activities. Here, you can enjoy the quality of life in the countryside while the pleasures of near-by cities are still within easy reach. Your Benefits: Be part of an international, high-performance team directly shaping the future of Eurofighter’s electronic warfare capabilitiesCollaborate closely with Airbus Centres of Competence, project teams, equipment suppliers, partner nations, and end customersEngage in diverse projects across multiple phases of the system lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on integration and testWork in a dynamic environment combining cutting-edge technology with real-world operational requirements Your Tasks and Responsibilities: Plan, define, and execute integration and test strategies for Electronic Warfare (EW) equipment within the Eurofighter avionics architectureDevelop and review test specifications, procedures, and acceptance criteria for ground-based, laboratory, and flight test campaignsLead and participate in system integration activities, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), bench-level testing, and aircraft-level integrationCoordinate and conduct interface testing between EW equipment, aircraft avionics, and other mission systems to ensure functional compatibilitySupport qualification and verification of equipment at supplier and Airbus test facilities, including monitoring of environmental, EMC, and performance testingAnalyze test data, identify root causes of discrepancies, and drive corrective actions in collaboration with suppliers and internal engineering teamsValidate equipment behavior against system and operational requirements through structured test campaignsContribute to test readiness reviews (TRR), and flight test planningAct as technical interface during integration and test phases with internal departments, suppliers, partner companies, and customer representativesDocument test results, generate integration reports, and support certification and approval processes Your Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Avionics, Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related fieldSolid understanding of avionics integration, test methodologies, and verification processes (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754, ARP4761)Experience in system-level testing, HIL testing, or avionics integration in a military or aerospace environmentFamiliarity with Electronic Warfare systems (e.g., radar warning receivers, jamming systems, missile approach warning) and their integration into combat aircraftKnowledge of Eurofighter avionics architecture, data buses, and mission system interfaces is highly desirablePractical experience with test tools, data acquisition systems, and scripting is a plusExperience working with equipment suppliers in a test and integration contextFluent in German and English (written and spoken)Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsAbility to work effectively in an international, interdisciplinary team environment Not a 100% match? 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