Project & Program Support Engineer - Airbus Helicopters

Location
Donauworth
Workplace
On-site
Compensation
€57k – €65k

About this role

Orbital Critical Systems (CAF Group), a leading engineering company specializing in safety-critical systems for aerospace and defence, is seeking a Program Management Support professional to support Airbus Helicopters in Germany, contributing to NH90 maintenance, upgrade, and contract management activities.

📍 Locations include Donauwörth.

Why join us?

💰 Competitive salary: 57,000 – 65,000 €

🏠 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
  • Support program and contract management activities for NH90 helicopter maintenance programs.

  • Monitor costs, risks, opportunities, claims, and project performance.

  • Manage customer requests, issues, and contractual deviations through established tracking processes.

  • Analyze KPIs, prepare reports, and follow up on improvement actions.

  • Coordinate and support complex helicopter upgrade activities with cross-functional teams.

  • Contribute to the preparation of commercial proposals and customer offers.

What we’re looking for:
  • Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.

  • Experience in program management, contract management, or project support, preferably in aerospace or defense.

  • Knowledge of cost controlling, risk management, and performance reporting.

  • Experience working with customers, contracts, and claims management processes.

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

  • Ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a complex technical environment.

  • B2/C1 English Level – mandatory.

  • B1/B2 German Level – desirable.

  • Applicants must hold citizenship of a European country.

Ready to take off?

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Top Benefits

  • Relocation assistance
  • Accommodation support
  • German language training
  • Tax return assistance
  • Team-building activities
  • Technical follow-ups