Working Student Mechanical Systems Engineering (all genders)
Vaeridion
Posted: January 5, 2026
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Your mission:
Join our vehicle systems team and contribute to the design, development, and certification of the aircraft’s mechanical systems. As a Working Student Mechanical Systems Engineering (all genders), you’ll play a key role in the design of mechanical systems, such as the flight controls and the ice protection system, while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic, high-tech environment.
Your Day-to-Day:
• Collaborate with the team to define and derive system-level requirements.
• Support system safety activities, including SFHAs, ensuring compliance with ARP4754, ARP4761, and applicable performance standards.
• Contribute to the definition of mechanical system architectures and interfaces across the aircraft.
• Perform mechanical system 3D design and integration in the aircraft’s Digital Mock-up (DMU), including single parts, assemblies/installations, and mechanism kinematic analysis and simulation
• Perform, document, and present trade studies and analyses to support key design decisions.
• Research, benchmark, and evaluate relevant technologies and suppliers, supporting component selection.
• Interface directly with partners and suppliers, gaining exposure to cross-functional collaboration.
Your profile:
• BSc /MSc in progress in aerospace or mechanical engineering.
• Knowledge on aircraft mechanical systems and a strong motivation for detailed system definition for an electric aircraft.
• Experience with CAD software, preferably CATIA or SolidWorks
• Good programming skills, preferably Python or MATLAB
• Strong problem-solving skills and innovative mindset required for systems definition and installation for an optimized design.
• Knowledge of relevant certification standards (EASA CS-23 or SAE ARP4754) is a plus.
• High level of autonomy with the ability to work both in a team and independently.
• English language working level proficiency is a must.
Why us?:
• Be part of an ambitious team determined to shape the future of aviation.
• Enjoy flexible working hours: we believe in ownership and trust.
• Subsidized Urban Sports Club membership: your (mental) health is important for us.
• Enjoy a subsidized lunch with a 5€ company contribution per meal on office days.
• 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).