Development Engineer Ammunition Safety

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive safety programs for ammunition systems and missiles.
• Independently manage ammunition safety programs in compliance with military regulations and safety standards.
• Conduct safety and reliability analyses and define risk mitigation measures according to AOP-15, MIL-STD-882E, and IEC61508.
• Document qualification evidence in accordance with STANAGs, AOPs, and AECTPs.
• Update and create safety and transport data sheets for ammunition.
• Coordinate with public clients during audits and serve as the primary contact for customers, suppliers, and internal departments regarding ammunition safety.

Requirements

• Master's degree, Diploma, or PhD in a scientific or technical field, ideally focusing on electronics or electrical engineering.
• Several years of professional experience in product and ammunition safety.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant NATO ammunition regulations.
• Strong expertise in hazard analysis techniques and risk assessment methods.
• Proficiency in reliability analysis methods including FME(C)/(D)A and FTA.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Isograph Reliability Workbench.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Proficiency in both German and English (written and spoken).

Benefits

• Collective agreement-based compensation (Tarifliche Vergütung).
• Stability of working for a family-owned company.
• Company pension scheme (Betriebliche Altersvorsorge).
• On-site canteen.
• Occupational health management programs.

About the Company

Diehl Defence is a leading provider of advanced defense technologies, specializing in high-tech systems for security and defense. As part of the Diehl Group, we combine innovation with reliability to develop cutting-edge solutions for global security challenges.