VIE in Germany / Within Materials and Processes - Coatings department (d/f/m)

Job Description

In order to support the Materials and Processes Department for coatings, Airbus Helicopters is looking for a VIE within Materials and Processes - Coatings department (d/f/m).

You are a highly motivated graduate and want to get to know the work of a Materials and Processes Engineer? Then apply now! We look forward to you supporting us as a Volunteer for International Experience.

• Location: Donauwörth
• Start: As soon as possible
• Duration: 24 months

Definition VIE

The Volunteer for International Experience (VIE) program is an international program sponsored by the French Ministry of Economy, Finance and Employment, open to Airbus to offer young professionals the opportunity to have valuable paid work experience abroad in a technical or business function. We are looking for highly motivated graduates aged 18 to 28 years, who are citizens of the European Union (all E.U. nationals, plus Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein). Candidates meeting these criteria and interested in a VIE, please register before your 28th birthday on the website For graduates who would be interested in a career with Airbus, this could be the start of a rewarding future in a dynamic and forward‑thinking sector.

Your location

At our Donauwörth site, located on the banks of the river Danube, we develop helicopters from the initial idea to the airworthy product. Watch them take off and touch down on our own on‑site test airfield.

Your benefits

• Work‑life balance with a 35‑hour week (flexitime).
• Mobile working after agreement with the department.
• International environment with the opportunity to network globally.
• Work with modern/diversified technologies.
• Opportunity to participate in the Generation Airbus Community to expand your own network.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• In compliance with REACh (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) regulations, hazardous substances must be eliminated, specifically requiring the replacement of the current corrosion primer.
• Contribute to the evaluation and qualification of Cr‑free alternative primers.
• Coordinate the test program schedule and resources.
• Manufacture necessary test samples.
• Execute all required tests and analyse the results.
• Prepare documentation.
• Serve as the central point of contact, collaborating with the design office, production teams, the testing laboratory, and external paint suppliers.

Desired Skills And Qualifications

• Preferably Master degree in aerospace engineering, material science, or similar.
• Basic knowledge in the field of material testing.
• English: business fluent.
• German and French would be a plus.
• Strong ability to work autonomously.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proactively drive projects forward.
• Practical, technical and organisational skills.
• Ability to build up a network within AH and selected external entities (universities, companies).

Required documents

Cover letter, CV, relevant transcripts, letters of reference.

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Company

AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND GmbH

Employment Type

VIE, VISC

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Family

Materials & Processes

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