Principal Structures Materials & Processes Engineer (all genders)

Your Mission:

As a Principal Structures Materials & Processes Engineer (all genders) you will be responsible for developing and optimizing materials and processes to enhance the performance and safety of aerospace systems. You will be involved in the entire lifecycle of a product, from initial research and development to installation and final commissioning.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Conduct research to develop new and improved manufacturing processes.
• Develop, modify, and test materials used in the design of aerospace systems.
• Perform failure analysis and develop solutions to address them.
• Monitor material performance and evaluate material deterioration.
• Interpret materials and process specifications in aerospace manufacturing.
• Research and develop innovative material processing techniques.
• Ensure materials and processes comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations (e.g. REACH, RoHS)
• Work closely with design engineers to integrate materials and processes into design.
• Establish and maintain detailed documentation of materials and processes for future reference and regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical advice to engineering and manufacturing teams on material selection and process optimization.

Your Profile:

• Master's degree in Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in aerospace materials and processes engineering in at least one aircraft development programs, ideally two programs.
• Strong understanding of materials properties and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in failure analysis and problem-solving.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and agile team environment.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Experience with supplier collaboration.
• Passioned about aviation and electrification of aviation industry.
• Ideally experience in test specification, execution and processing of test results related to airframe & structures

We recognize that women and other under-represented groups are often overlooked in our industry. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. Talent and potential can’t always be captured in a checklist.

Why us?

• Be part of an ambitious team determined to shape the future of aviation.
• We are an in-office company, but we value flexibility and trust employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work or adjusting hours to accommodate personal commitments.
• Subsidized EGYM Wellpass membership: your (mental) health is important for us.
• Enjoy a subsidized lunch with a 5€ company contribution per meal on office days.
• Become a part of our success with virtual stock options.
• Choose the option that suits your needs: either a free charging station for your electric car or a public transport job ticket as part of the Deutschlandticket.
• Lease a high-quality bicycle or e-bike through our JobRad program and benefit from tax advantages. Whether for your daily commute or personal use, enjoy more mobility and sustainability.
• Pension scheme to support your long-term financial security.
• Work in one of our offices in Munich or Delft. Enjoy the modern Balan Campus in Munich or work inside the aerospace ecosystem at TU Delft.
• Boost your professional as well as personal growth executing your own ideas and independent projects.
• Join our internal social events and retreats (e.g. cooking, game nights, sports).

VÆRIDION was founded in 2021 to transform regional air travel with the Microliner, a 100% electric commercial aircraft. By delivering the most energy-efficient aircraft, we are building the future where clean, safe, and affordable electric aviation seamlessly connects people and businesses. We’re bringing together the brightest minds in aerospace, automotive engineering, and business to disrupt the aviation industry.