Senior Seat Structures Engineer (m/f/d)

Company:

Boeing Deutschland GmbH - BDG

Our Commercial Modifications Team is currently looking for you in Hamburg, Germany as a

Senior Seat Structures Engineer (m/f/d)

About us:

In our commercial modifications team, we are proud to operate under our EASA Part21J Design Organization Approval; with a clear mission: to become the number one customer choice for aircraft retrofit solutions in the commercial aviation market. Our international team, with strong presences in Hamburg and Munich, specializes in interior retrofit projects, ranging from halon fire extinguisher replacements to full cabin tube strips.

As we expand our operations in Germany, we are excited to grow our Seat Integration Team in Hamburg, focusing on unique seat certification and integration for all Boeing aircraft models. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional value and quality, making us the preferred provider of cabin modifications and maintenance.

If you are passionate about aviation and want to be part of a dynamic team committed to customer success, we invite you to explore opportunities with us!

In this role you will:

• Be responsible for and lead the certification activities for aircraft seating products, with the Boeing Commercial Airplanes business unit, to produce STCs that permit post-delivery installation of new seating products.

• Be a technical focal point and Boeing representative for stress, structures and certification topics related to seat integration into the airplane.

• Perform analytical and finite element (FE) calculations, assess and predict structural failure modes and perform root cause analysis when needed.

• Compile structural substantiation documents and review supplier data for integration approval of all seat types and unique seat features into the airframe.

• Work closely with Boeing teams and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure our products are delivered in the correct condition and quality.

What you bring to the table:

Basic qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree in Stress/Structures/Mechanical or Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering.

• 8+ years' experience in commercial aircraft design within an EASA Part 21, Subpart J Design Organization (or equivalent).

• Experience as a Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE) for Structures in current or previous role.

• Demonstrated experience with certification under EASA Part 21J.

• Experience within seat development and certification from concept through approval, including test witnessing and ETSO (i.e.: C127, C39 series) performance standards for aircraft seats knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience: You have a deep knowledge of EASA airworthiness regulations and applicable requirements (e.g. CS-25) and related ACs and AMCs; relevant to §25.562 and occupant protection.

• Knowledge: You show a high level of attention to detail and bring extensive experience with aircraft interior modification programs including certifying novel seat features such as pre-tensioners and air bags. You thrive while working on multiple programs with varying levels of requirements.

• Collaboration: You are experienced in leading complex projects including influencing team members and stakeholders (suppliers, customers, solution providers) involved and are willing to help develop, mentor and coach less experienced staff.

• Tools: You can demonstrate solid expertise with key engineering tools: ENOVIA, Catia V5/V6, Altair Hyper Works, PATRAN / NASTRAN.

• Personality: You are a 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, you communicate transparently, respect diverse perspectives and take ownership to drive results the right way.

• Flexibility: You are comfortable with a variable work statement. Our stakeholders/teams are located around the globe; this can require you to be flexible to support meetings to cover different time zones.

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, any form of public transportation, e-rollers and bikes, taxis/Uber, fuel/e-charges, and bike leasing) to help with daily costs, commuting and personal travel

• 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.

You´ll be part of a small, cross-functional team empowered to move fast, experiment freely, and build ambitious solutions, all while benefiting from the infrastructure, network and mentorship available within a mature enterprise.

If you're ready to tackle exciting challenges in aviation and contribute to a team that relentlessly pursues excellence, apply online now and help us shape the future of air travel; where possibilities are engineered!

Conflict of Interest

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

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Not a Shift Worker (Germany)