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PCM - Rotorcraft

Type of Selection: Internal and External

Contract Type: Temporary agent

Grade: AD05

Deadline for application: 02/03/2026 at 23:59 CET

Experience Level: Professional

Approx. number of candidates on reserve list: 10

Location: Cologne, Germany

Monthly gross compensation (€): 6,152.64 - 6,411.17

Our employees are our most valuable asset. We therefore offer a wide range of benefits.

EASA is the leading aviation authority in Europe. A career at EASA means contributing to our vision for an ever safer and greener civil aviation. As an EASA employee, you will be making a difference to the lives of about 500 million fellow Europeans: this is our shared purpose and it could be yours, too. From our headquarters in Cologne, Germany, you will work with top experts in a multicultural work environment. Diversity and Inclusion are part of our DNA and innovation is at the heart of what we do. We ensure that aviation is safe in all phases: beginning with the certification of the aircraft to the rules for the air operation and crew. For more information about the Agency please consult our website and take a look at our organisation structure. Are you interested to contribute to our mission? Then see below what it takes to accomplish the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and non-discrimination. To further enhance the diversity of our workforce, we particularly encourage applications from female candidates.

Job Overview

Safeguarding the skies for all EU citizens through rigorous oversight of aeronautical products, parts, and appliances and unbiased technical decision-making guaranteeing compliance with EASA safety standards while considering constraints related to resources and budgetary aspects.

The Certification Directorate contributes to a safe and environmentally compatible aviation system in Europe by performing the following core activities: product airworthiness, continued airworthiness oversight, environmental certification and design organisation approval.

The General Aviation & Rotorcraft Department is responsible for initial and continued airworthiness of heavy, medium and light rotorcraft, as well as the approval of their Operation Suitability Data (OSD) and continued operational suitability, for certification support to foreign authorities and validation of foreign type designs in this class of aircraft. It is also responsible for rulemaking deliverables on the relevant Certification Specifications. The Department provides internal and external technical advice and ensures delivery of the relevant Certification Specifications. The Department operates in close cooperation and coordination with the Flight Standards Directorate and the Safety Management, Sustainability & Global Outreach Directorate.

The Heavy and Medium & Light Rotorcraft Sections are responsible for the management of initial and continued airworthiness projects related to several rotorcraft types (products). This encompasses also the provision of project management and technical expertise resources for all Light, Medium and Heavy rotorcraft types in the responsibility of the Department.

General Accountabilities

The job holder will manage and perform core technical and administrative processes of certification projects related to Rotorcraft, including management of the Certification Team in order to ensure compliance with applicable safety standards.

Initial Airworthiness Certification and compliance with technical requirements: managing, performing and controlling core activities related to initial airworthiness of new type designs (including Changes & Repairs) of rotorcraft in order to ensure compliance with applicable safety standards.
Continued Airworthiness: managing the operational safety oversight process associated with certified Rotorcraft and deciding promptly on appropriate corrective actions to ensure the continued airworthiness.
Contributing to the development of Certification Specifications especially for Rotorcraft and contributing to maintenance and updating of Certification Specifications.
Ensuring proper execution and timely completion of certification processes in accordance with agreed requirements.
Coordinating administrative management of all certification tasks under her/his responsibility (project sizing, hours, project accounting).
Managing a certification team comprising experts of applicable disciplines.
Providing input and support to Design Organisation Approval activities.
Providing support to the activities of the other EASA Directorates as necessary.

Admission Criteria

The following constitute eligibility and essential criteria for the role and for being admitted to the selection process. Candidates not fulfilling these criteria by the deadline for applications, will be excluded from the selection:

Have a thorough knowledge of one of the languages of the European Union (at least level C1) and a satisfactory knowledge of another language of the EU to the extent necessary for the performance of the duties (at least level B2). One of the required languages shall be English[1]
Be a national of a Member State of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland
Completed university studies of at least 3 years attested by a diploma in aeronautical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other relevant subjects in the scope of the profile
Proven professional experience of at least 2 years in the field of design or certification of rotorcraft or aeroplanes
Applied knowledge of EASA technical regulatory framework, including Certification Specifications CS-23, CS-25, CS-27, CS-29 and/or CS-E.

* This vacancy is open as well to Temporary Agents (2f) employed at EASA, in the grade bracket AD5 - AD9

The following constitute advantageous criteria for the role. Candidates not fulfilling these criteria will not be excluded from the selection:

Proven experience in the domain of Continued Airworthiness and or Rotorcraft Operational environment
Professional experience in project certification management acquired either in a National Aviation Authority (NAA)/Qualified Entity/Armed Forces or in industry
Possession of aeronautical titles such as private pilot license, maintenance engineer or other similar licenses.

[1] Mother tongue English speakers will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of a second EU language. English oral and written skills will be assessed throughout the assessment phase.

Selection Criteria

The selection process is based on the assessment of the Professional skills and Behavioural competences.

While these are considered essential for performing the role effectively, candidates who do not meet all criteria may still be considered.

Professional skills

Global and European Aviation regulatory and standardisation framework, including key players and their responsibilities

Part 21 - IAW

Part 21 - CAW

Certification Support for Validation (CSV)

Product certification

Product design

Project Management Skills (also agile)

Behavioural Competences

Flexibility & Change Adaptability

Communication

Teamwork

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Mandatory Pre-Employment Requirements

Prior to recruitment, you will be requested to demonstrate that you:

Are entitled to the full rights as a citizen.
Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by the applicable laws on military service.
Meet the character requirements for the duties involved (you will be asked to provide a police certificate confirming the absence of any criminal record) .
Are physically fit to perform the duties linked to the post (you will be asked to undergo a medical examination in a center indicated by EASA).

Conditions of Employment

Contract: 5 years contract as Temporary Agent 2 (f) with possibility of extension.

Working hours: 40 hrs per week (on a full-time working pattern). Flexible working arrangements.

Salary: AD 5 step 1 or AD 5 step 2 depending on work experience. Additional allowances depending on personal situation.

Location: Cologne, Germany (relocation is required).

Application & Selection Process

How to apply

We can only accept applications that are submitted in English through our Recruiting tool. Before sending your application, make sure it is complete and contains the document(s) specified in the vacancy notice. Please also ensure that your candidate profile, all relevant fields and the answers to the pre-screening questions are correct. You may review and amend data demonstrating compliance with the eligibility and selection criteria only until the closing date of applications for the respective selection procedure.

For further information take a look at How we hire. In case of questions or technical issues, email us at recruit@easa.europa.eu. Attach a description and screenshot of the error.

To check if you are meeting the minimum education qualifications required for the job, consult the information published by the European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO): Examples of minimum qualifications

Important note on diplomas obtained outside the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Switzerland or Norway: If your application is found eligible on the basis of diploma(s) obtained outside these countries, we might ask you to provide proof of accreditation by one of the European Union Member States. This applies also to diplomas obtained in the UK after 31 December 2020.

Make sure you are meeting the language requirements: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and assess your language skills. Language certificates are not required at the stage of application, unless specified in the vacancy.

Selection Process

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via E-mail. If your application has been rejected following the initial screening, the status in your candidate profile will be automatically updated to "Not admitted". Invitations to the shortlisted candidates are sent once the evaluation of applications is completed (this may take up to two months after expiry of the deadline to apply). Pre-selection exercises, online tests and interviews with the Selection Board usually take place remotely. If you are not selected for this position but are still considered suitable, you will be placed on a reserve list from which you might be considered for similar positions within EASA. Learn more about our Selection and Onboarding process. Take a look also at our comprehensive information on Benefits, get to know Our people and find out what Life in Cologne is like.

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