Reliability engineer Jobs in Waghäusel

Job Description

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).

Your mission during this flight:

We are looking for a senior-level System Engineer with deep expertise in motor systems for aerospace applications. In this role, you will take technical ownership of motor system definition, development, integration, and validation across the full lifecycle. You will serve as the technical interface between internal engineering domains and external suppliers, ensuring our motor systems meet the highest levels of safety, reliability, and performance required for certified aircraft.
This is a key technical role with substantial influence over system architecture, certification strategy, and supplier technical maturity.

• Own the end-to-end system engineering process for aircraft motor systems, from concept through certification and entry into service.
• Define, decompose, and validate system requirements aligned with aerospace standards (e.g., ARP4754A) and certification needs.
• Lead system-level architecture definition, including interfaces to power electronics, mechanical components, and embedded control software.
• Plan and execute Verification & Validation activities: define verification strategies, lead test campaigns, analyze results, and ensure compliance to safety and performance requirements.
• Drive technical supplier management, including requirement flow-down, design reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR), audits, and alignment with program milestones.
• Perform rigorous technical assessments of supplier designs, analyses, safety documentation, and qualification evidence.
• Resolve complex cross-functional issues, guiding internal teams (electronics, software, mechanical, safety, testing) toward integrated solutions.
• Contribute to certification strategy, collaborating closely with airworthiness, systems safety, and compliance teams.
• Continuously improve Volocopter’s system engineering methodology, processes, and toolchain
• Stay current with aerospace regulations, standards, and emerging technologies relevant to motor systems.

Job Requirements

Check in your professional skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of system engineering experience in aerospace or other safety-critical industries.
• Proven track record working with electric motor and inverter systems, preferably for aviation or similarly demanding applications.
• Deep understanding of ARP4754A, SAE, and other relevant aerospace development & certification standards.
• Extensive experience in verification, validation, and test planning for safety-critical systems.
• Demonstrated success in supplier technical management and evaluation of complex system designs.
• Strong cross-domain understanding of electronics, embedded software, controls, and mechanical design for motor systems.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to break down complex technical challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain complex topics to diverse technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Fluent in English.

Preferred skills:

• Experience in motor design and performance analysis (electromagnetic, thermal, mechanical).
• Experience in computer aided design (CAD) tools (e.g. CATIA, Simcenter NX, or similar).
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools and methodologies (e.g., SysML).
• Knowledge of DO-178C, DO-254, DO-160, and aerospace hardware development/qualification processes.
• Experience with safety analyses such as FMEA, FTA, and FHA.
• Proficiency with requirements management tools (e.g., IBM DOORS), configuration management, and version control systems.
• Hands-on experience with system integration and aircraft-level test campaigns.

Job Benefits

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.