Test Engineer – UT2 Non-Destructive Testing Inspector (m/f/d)
About the job
MT Aerospace is a global leader in the aerospace industry. As a subsidiary of the international technology group OHB, we develop, manufacture and test essential components for major space programmes, including the European Ariane 6 launch vehicle, the American Space Launch System (Artemis mission) and other international launch systems. Our components are also used in satellites, spacecraft for lunar and Martian missions, space refuelling stations and passenger aircraft. Our customers include globally active companies and system integrators such as ESA, NASA, Airbus, ArianeGroup and Boeing.
Using manufacturing technologies that are unique worldwide, we produce high-performance products from metal and fibre composites that are uncompromisingly focused on performance. These include large load-bearing structures, cryogenic tanks, lightweight components, and fuel and pressure tanks that combine maximum load-bearing capacity with minimum weight.
We owe our success to the initiative and passion of our employees, who stand for innovation and progress. Our team of around 600 employees at our headquarters in Augsburg, in Bremen and at the European spaceport in Kourou (French Guiana) works every day to actively shape the future of space travel.
Space. Far away for most - soon very close for you. Become part of an industry of visionaries and pioneers and make a valuable contribution as a Test Engineer – UT2 Non-Destructive Testing Inspector (m/f/d) to help the European launcher Ariane and other international launchers take off.
Your Tasks
- Carrying out non-destructive testing using ultrasonic methods independently in accordance with test instructions
- Analysing and documenting the test results
- Meeting production targets (e.g. deadlines, costs, quality)
Your Qualifications
- Completed vocational training in a technical profession
- Inspection technician qualified in UT Level 2 in accordance with DIN EN 4179, or alternatively DIN EN ISO 9712
- Knowledge of other inspection methods would be an advantage (RT, PT, VT, ET inspections)
- Experience or qualification in the inspection of welded joints (FSW, TIG welding would be an advantage)
- Experience with PAUT
- Good knowledge of SAP/R3 and MS Office
- Willingness to work shifts
- A cooperative, team-oriented and flexible approach to work
We offer
Mobile working (according to the area of responsibility)
Flexible working hours and flexitime account
Attractive payment according to IG Metall collective agreement
35-hour week, 30 days annual leave and special leave days
Subject-specific training courses
In-house canteen
Employee parking spaces
Employee recommendation system
Benefits of a global group of companies combined with a familiar working atmosphere
Become part of our international team
and take your professional and personal development to a new level. We
are looking forward to your application (german or english) via our
online tool.
If you have any questions, please contact career@mt-aerospace.de.
MT Aerospace AG
Human Resources
From OHB's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. Requirements, and whether the role is still open, are settled on the employer's own page.
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