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Test Engineer for Avionics and Weapon Integration – Germany | Airbus Projects

Orbital • Obergeis, Hesse, Germany

onsitefull-time
Posted Oct 7, 2026
  • Role & seniority

    • Test Engineer (Avionics and Weapon Integration), on-site team member; seniority not explicitly stated (appears mid-level due to “hands-on experience” requirement).
  • Stack/tools

    • Python (test procedures/scripts)

    • Test case/scenario definition and test procedure development

    • Integration/system testing for avionics systems

    • Requirements review and test reporting/error reporting

  • Top 3 responsibilities

    • Review avionics system requirements and design.

    • Define test cases/scenarios, develop test procedures and test scripts (Python).

    • Execute system integration tests, analyze results/data, and produce reports with error findings.

  • Must-have skills

    • Degree in Aerospace or related field.

    • Hands-on experience with test procedures.

    • Python experience.

    • English B2/C1 (mandatory).

    • German A2/B1 (mandatory).

    • EU citizenship required.

  • Nice-to-haves

    • Not explicitly stated.
  • Location & work type

    • On-site in Germany, locations include Manching, Ulm, and other sites.

    • Permanent German contract; long-term projects (full relocation support mentioned).

Full Description

Orbital Critical Systems (CAF Group) a leading company in safety‑critical software for aerospace, defence and transport, is looking for Test Engineers for Avionics and Weapon Integration to join our on‑site teams in Germany, supporting strategic projects with Airbus in Germany. 📍 Locations include Manching, Ulm and other sites across the country. Why join us?

💰 Competitive salary: 50,000 – 63,000 € 🏠 Support in finding accommodation and German language training. 📄 Full relocation assistance, administrative support 📦 The company covers your German tax return for the first year. 📌 Permanent German contract + long‑term projects ⚙️ Team-building activities and regular technical follow‑ups 🌍 Multicultural, inclusive, and innovative environment What you will do Review of avionics system requirements and design Definition of test cases and scenarios to verify system requirements Development of test procedures and test scripts Performing system integration tests in avionics systems Analysis of test results or data and reporting, including error reporting

What we’re looking for

  • Degree in Aerospace or a related field
  • Relevant hands-on experience in test procedures and Python
  • B2/C1 English Level – mandatory.
  • A2/B1 German Level – mandatory.
  • Applicants must hold citizenship of a European country.
  • ✈ Ready to take off?
  • Apply now and grow your career in Germany! 🎯
AvionicsWeapon integrationSystem requirementsTest case definitionTest proceduresTest scriptsSystem integrationData analysisError reportingPythonEnglishGermanmulti-location

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