Fleet Performance & Reliability Manager H145 (d/f/m) in Donauwörth

Job Description

In order to support our fleet data team in regards of technical and economic performance of the in service fleet, Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Fleet Performance & Reliability Manager H145 (d/f/m). Are you looking for a cross‑functional role with broad visibility across Airbus Support & Services? Do you want to shape the operability of future aircraft developments while driving in‑service performance for world‑class helicopter fleets? In this role, you will focus on the Airbus H145—our market‑leading, twin‑engine multi‑mission helicopter deployed worldwide for emergency medical services (HEMS), law enforcement, military, and offshore operations. Your key objective will be to optimize the operational reliability, availability, maintenance economics, and fuel efficiency of the global H145 fleet as well as upcoming helicopter developments.

Location

At our Donauwörth site, located on the banks of the river Danube, we develop helicopters from the initial idea to the airworthy product. Watch them take off and touch down on our own on‑site test airfield.

Benefits for You

• Fair Compensation & Extras: Attractive remuneration and individual additional benefits, such as company pension schemes, mobility offers (e.g., bike leasing), or corporate discounts with partner companies in accordance with our current guidelines.
• Time for You (and Your Loved Ones): 30 days of annual leave based on our collective agreement (35‑hour week); work‑life balance through flexible working hours (flextime), mobile working, part‑time options, job sharing, and sabbatical opportunities.
• Growth Made Easy: Excellent professional development opportunities and international, group‑wide career perspectives.
• Feel Good at Work: On‑site company doctor; comprehensive health programs (sports courses, preventive care, etc.), canteen and cafeteria, and local childcare facilities at selected locations.
• Diversity Connects: Work in a diverse environment with more than 140 nationalities, where exchange, mutual support, and inclusion are part of our DNA.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Manage Reliability: Define and maintain reliability benchmarks for the H145 fleet and new helicopter developments.
• Act as Key Interface: Serve as the central focal point for fleet data across program management, engineering, and suppliers.
• Analyze Fleet Data: Evaluate flight hours and failure rates to optimize operational availability and costs.
• Drive Product Improvements: Identify, analyze, and prioritize technical and maintenance improvement opportunities to reduce customer costs.
• Maintain Performance Metrics: Build and manage KPI dashboards covering maintainability, costs, and fleet availability.
• Support Bidding & Proposals: Provide realistic operational and cost data for RFQs, proposals, and customer projects.
• Harmonize Methods: Standardize data analytics methodologies and tools across different helicopter programs.

Desired skills and qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Industry Experience: Professional experience in the aviation sector, preferably with helicopter systems knowledge.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong background in data analytics with an understanding of reliability and maintenance metrics (RAMT/DMC).
• IT Proficiency: Fluent with standard IT applications, databases, and reporting systems (ideally SAP BW).
• Skills: Proactive mindset with proven experience coordinating cross‑functional activities and managing stakeholders.
• Business Acumen: Customer‑centric focus combined with strong economic thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Language Skills: Professional fluency in English and German; French skills are a plus.

We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide. From sending your resume to participating in successful interviews, here you can access all important pieces of information to guide you in your candidate journey.