About us

As a key member of the global Safran Group, Safran Helicopter Engines Germany stands as a center of excellence for helicopter engine innovation, serving Central, Northern and Eastern Europe as well as Central Asia. Our employees of 78 highly skilled professionals from over 15 nations combine advanced technological expertise with deep industry experience to deliver reliable and high-performance engine solutions. These engines power critical missions across a wide range of applications, including emergency services and defense operations.

Our new HanSafran facility in Norderstedt, covering 6,000 m², shows our strong commitment to sustainability and climate-neutral operations. Safran Helicopter Engines Germany continues to focus on innovation, quality and customer satisfaction, aiming to be a leader in the aerospace industry. Our mission: To keep our customers flying!

For our Operations team, we are currently looking for you as

Field Technician

Unlimited – Full Time – 40 hour-contract

Power every helicopter mission with your expertise: At Safran Helicopter Engines Germany, you turn complex engine work into safe lift-offs for our customers worldwide!

Your mission:

• Check and plan technical interventions by reviewing manuals, reference documents and required qualifications as well as identify the necessary tools, spare parts and documentation
• Support to prepare technical estimates when needed and carry out repair or maintenance work off-site
• Ensure all work is completed correctly to maintain airworthiness, including release inspections and analysis of any issues or non-conformities
• Issue EASA Form 1 or Certificates of Conformity along with all required technical documentation after gaining internal certifying staff license
• Update and track schedules, dashboards and checklists to keep interventions organized and on time

Your skills & qualifications:

• A degree in Aeronautical Engineering (or equivalent) or a completed technical apprenticeship as an Aircraft Technician, including knowledge of EASA Part 145 regulations
• Hands-on experience in gas turbine maintenance or repair and/or in a customer-facing technical support role
• Willingness to travel internationally (approx. 50% of your working time)
• Strong problem-solving and clear communication skills as well as a reliable, solution-oriented mindset
• Fluent English language skills; German is a plus

Your benefits:

• A responsible position in a future-oriented, international company that values innovation

• 33 vacation days, flexible working hours and modern work tools to help you perform at your best

• 40 training hours per year for your continuous development

• Intensive onboarding with internal networking events

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive social benefits, such as

  • Supplementary health insurance
  • Company pension scheme
  • Transportation allowance or full cover of your German ticket
  • Net income booster benefits
  • Participation in our share savings plan and corporate benefits

• Free of charge health check-ups, adjustable tables and participation in sports events

• Company leasing of bicycles

• An annual budget for individual specialist literature

• and much more.

However, above all, we like to celebrate our successes! Whether a new contract signature, award winnings, summer festivals, Christmas parties or kick-off activities, employee events are part of our corporate culture!

P.S.: We value diversity and see it as a natural part of who we are. We welcome applications from people regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, sexual orientation or any other personal characteristics.

Are you ready to take your career to new heights?

Please apply online and inform us about your earliest possible start date and your salary requirements.
We look forward to receiving your application! In case of any question, please do not hesitate to contact our HR Business Partner, Johanna.

Contact Details
SAFRAN Helicopter Engines Germany GmbH
Johanna Rathjen – HR Business Partner • M: +49 (0)162 3252475, T: +49 (0) 40 500 216 99
E-Mail: [email protected]