Flight Test Safety (sms) Manager (d/f/m)

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Manching, Germany
Attractive remuneration; compyny pension schemes; ...
5-10 years flight test organization experience
Formal sms training or education
Understanding of external/internal safety regulations
This role is pivotal in ensuring the safety of personnel and materials within the Flight and Integration Test Centre across Manching, Getafe, and Sevilla

Job Summary

  • This role is pivotal in ensuring the safety of personnel and materials within the Flight and Integration Test Centre across Manching, Getafe, and Sevilla.
  • The successful candidate will implement, operate, and maintain the Safety Management System while serving as the direct point of contact for UK MAA Regulatory Articles.
  • Candidates benefit from 30 days of annual leave, flexible working hours, and comprehensive professional development opportunities within an international team.

Matching Summary

This role is pivotal in ensuring the safety of personnel and materials within the Flight and Integration Test Centre across Manching, Getafe, and Sevilla.

Salary

Attractive remuneration; Company pension schemes; Mobility offers and corporate discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5-10 years Flight Test Organization experience
  • Formal SMS training or education
  • Understanding of external/internal safety regulations
  • Hazard identification and risk mitigation skills
  • Experience with flight test techniques and procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Military aviation background preferred
  • Graduate of recognized Test Pilot School
  • Knowledge of Human Factors and Crew Resource Management
  • Negotiation-level English, German, or Spanish
  • Experience designing safety promotion materials

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5-10 years experience in Flight Test Organization
  • Engineering degree with first-hand flight test experience
  • Formal SMS training or education required
  • Willingness to travel for business

Work Rights

Not specified

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