Company Description

Here at Volocopter, we are the pioneers of electric air taxis (electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft - eVTOLs). We have pledged to bring sustainable urban air mobility to life by getting electric air taxis off the ground in a way that complements existing transportation options in megacities across the globe. In 2011 we carried out the first-ever crewed flight of a fully electric multicopter and have since conducted more than 2,000 public and private test flights across the world (www.volocopter.com).

Job Description

• Provide overarching certification vision and alignment within the CVE community, covering internal as well as external CVEs for composite structure and related subjects
• Independent verification of compliance of the Type Design with the applicable certification basis, environmental requirements and operational suitability requirements, for all structural and related topics
• Independent verification of configuration of test articles and test setup prior to conduct of tests with relevance to compliance demonstration
• Ensure product safety and support certification through the competent authorities (i.e. EASA and validating authorities)

Additionally :

• Coordination and management of other nominated CVE's
• Verification of (typically aircraft-level) documents that include verification by multiple CVE disciplines, to ensure that the cross-functional aspects are adequately covered

Qualifications

• Sound technical education (e.g. Dipl.-Ing., M.Sc. or B.Sc., Technician, certified master craftsman, or comparable)
• Minimum 6-year experience in aviation industry, ideally in multiple disciplines and on aircraft integration level as Design Engineer or CVE, with participation in the design process of an aviation product, equipment or components thereof
• Knowledge of procedures applicable to aviation, especially to design organizations acc. to EASA Part 21
• Knowledge of certification requirements applicable to type certification, typical certification programs and related processes
• Experience with interpretation of applicable Certification Specifications
• Experience in generation and verification of compliance documentation
• Detailed technical knowledge of aircraft structures and related subjects
• Detailed knowledge of the construction method composite, metal and material qualification

Additional Information

Our Volocopter flight includes:

• Fast-growing high-tech company with a superb network of investors and partners
• Chance to shape the future of aviation
• Help us to create groundbreaking new projects - from scratch!
• Personal accountability, as well as growth and learning opportunities, based on your personal strengths
• An inspiring workplace with modern workspaces, flexible hours, quick decision-making, a flat hierarchy, positive leadership, great team spirit
• Attractive compensation package

Diversity at Volocopter:

Our differences are what make us great. Here at Volocopter, we value equal opportunities and trust. As air mobility industry innovators, we believe that changing the world starts on team level. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.