(Senior) Design Engineer (m/w/d) - Aerospace Composites

At Blackwave, we develop Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessels (COPVs) – high-performance pressure systems made from advanced composite materials for the most demanding applications.
Our products combine precision, lightweight design, and safety, representing technological excellence in design, simulation, and manufacturing.

As a Senior Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the development and optimization of our COPV systems – from the concept phase to industrialization. You combine in-depth technical understanding with a clear sense of efficiency and precision. Together with our interdisciplinary team, you will develop solutions that guarantee maximum performance and safety.

Your responsibilities in detail:

• Develop and build the future: Work on the design and development of our next-generation COPV systems — from first concept to serial production.

• Engineer for performance: Design reliable, efficient, and manufacturable composite structures that meet the highest technical standards.

• Simulate and validate: Use structural analysis, FEM, and testing to ensure strength, precision, and performance under extreme conditions.

• Shape industrial excellence: Collaborate with manufacturing, testing, and quality to translate designs into scalable, production-ready solutions.

• Own the process: Take responsibility for the technical success of projects — from material definition to final validation.

• Professional background: You have at least 2 years of professional experience as a Design Engineer working with composite structures — combining performance, precision, and manufacturability in your designs.

• Language Pro: English is like your mothertongue, German comes in handy but not a must-have

• You think in systems: You understand how materials, geometry, and process interact — and use that insight to engineer smart, efficient solutions.

• You build with precision: You bring strong CAD and simulation skills (e.g. SolidWorks, CATIA, FEM) and a structured, detail-oriented mindset.

• You live composites: You have hands-on experience with composite materials, design methods, and manufacturing processes.

• You take ownership: You enjoy responsibility, drive your projects forward, and deliver results that meet real-world performance demands.

• You strive for better: You’re driven by curiosity, by improvement, by the pursuit of excellence — and by the desire to push boundaries in composite engineering.

• Freedom to create: Enjoy extensive decision-making freedom and short decision paths – we trust you to make an impact.
• Flexible & mobile: Work flexible hours and remotely by arrangement – balance matters.
• Fresh fuel every day: Shared lunch breaks with freshly prepared, varied meals keep you energized for your next mission. 
• Coffee culture @ Blackwave: Genieße Kaffee aus unserer Siebträgermaschine mit frisch gerösteten Schweizer Bohnen – oder werde selbst zum Profi bei einem unseren Barista-Kursen.
• Choose your perk: Germany Ticket, Egym Wellpass, or Give Card – your choice, your benefit.
• Gear up for take-off: Receive premium Blackwave team apparel during onboarding – functional, stylish, and mission-ready.
• Grow in aerospace: Expand your knowledge through collaboration with inspiring minds and exciting projects in the high-tech aerospace sector.
• Develop with us: Take advantage of real growth opportunities in a dynamically expanding company.
• Startup meets aerospace: Experience a casual, agile team atmosphere with regular team events.
• End on a high note: After work, unwind on our spacious rooftop terrace with a panoramic view of the Alps.

Are you ready to revolutionize the fast-growing aerospace industry with your talent?
At Blackwave GmbH, we’re an innovative and dynamic company specializing in the development and production of carbon fiber components for airplanes, rockets, and satellites.
We take pride in delivering high-performance solutions through advanced manufacturing processes — but what truly sets us apart is our unique work environment, where team spirit and enthusiasm drive everything we do.

With us, you'll have the freedom to fully develop yourself and boost your career. So, what are you waiting for? Join us and let's take off together!

All we need from you is a compelling CV — then we’re ready to launch the next chapter of innovation together.  Apply now - we are looking forward to get to know you!

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