Research Scientist (m/f/d) for Future Propulsion Systems
in the field of Aeronautical / Aerospace / Mechanical Engineering

Full-time
Fixed-Term

Join The Aviation Think Tank!

Have you ever wondered what tomorrow’s air transport might look like? As the aviation think tank in Germany – consisting of young and ambitious experts from various disciplines – our goal is to provide science-based answers. Located in Taufkirchen near Munich, we offer a modern working environment with open ears and doors. We are always looking for passionate and creative minds to help us push today’s boundaries to new heights.
Shape the future of aviation with us today and join us as:

Our challenges:

Understand the potentials of revolutionary propulsion systems for future aircraft designs
Incubate novel ideas for innovative propulsion systems with a high level of technical creativity and progress them jointly with the aero propulsion community
Develop methods for the conceptual design, performance simulation and aircraft integration of highly advanced motive power solutions, featuring revolutionary gas turbine engines, hybrid system architectures and new types of energy such as hydrogen
Understand and evaluate the impact on climate change and possible technology options
Combine the views of an aircraft architect (generalist) and a specialist in propulsion within the interdisciplinary project work
Conduct joint projects in the field of advanced aircraft and propulsion system design in cooperation with industrial partners and international research institutions

We need you because:

You are excited about the aviation challenges and passionate to develop new ideas and provide scientific answers for innovative propulsion solutions
You have successfully completed your master in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and either already earned a PhD degree or you intend to obtain one
You have gained relevant experience in the fields of aircraft propulsion conceptual design and/or performance calculation
You can draw from a profound understanding of thermodynamics and thermodynamic cycles relevant for advanced heat engine concepts
You have excellent mathematical and analytical skills, good programming skills (e.g. MATLAB, Python) and are willing to familiarise yourself with new topics and tools
You are interested in multidisciplinary, target-oriented tasks within joint academic or industry projects
You are proficient in German and English

What we offer:

Attractive salary package according to the public tariff system plus performance-oriented compensation
Retirement Pension Plan
Professional training (in-house and/or external seminars)
Flexible Working Hours
Subsidised canteen
Occupational Health Management
Company sports (football, running group)
Parking Lot
Good accessibility by public transport
Home Office

What to expect:

International team with a high qualification level
Acknowledged research institution – with our feet on the ground and our thoughts in the air
Interdisciplinary cooperation of engineers, natural and social scientists
Modern working environment on the Ludwig Bölkow Campus in Taufkirchen near Munich
A team-oriented working culture
Flat hierarchies and short communication paths
Challenging tasks
Versatile, creative activities
Numerous opportunities to enhance and broaden your competencies

The position is to be filled immediately and initially fixed-term. As we wish to increase the share of women in the team, we would be particularly interested in receiving relevant applications. People with disabilities will be given priority in the case of equal qualifications.

We look forward to receiving your application!