Electrician

A career at Lilium is for those who want to do something extraordinary. We take pride in pushing the boundaries of engineering, technology and customer experience.  

As part of a team you will tackle challenges and deliver something that has never been done before. By joining Lilium you will have the opportunity to work with a world-class entrepreneurial team of more than 600 people who are as passionate about changing the world as you are.  

We thrive on diversity and creating an inclusive culture, with more than 50 nationalities currently working hard to bring our vision of a sustainable world to life. 

Your role and team: 

You will report directly to the production team leader and work alongside our aircraft systems production team. 

The energy system production team takes care of all system assembly processes, delivering cutting edge battery technology to the aircraft final assembly team and supporting the integration of this into the final Lilium Jet product.

We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated electrician. A high attention to detail and a strong focus on safety are very important attributes for this role. You will be hands on in the manufacture of Lilium’s revolutionary energy system. This will involve module prototyping, testing and production line ramp up. You will also partner with our manufacturing engineering team, providing feedback for design improvements to the product. 

This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the fastest, most well-funded and exciting companies in the world and join the exciting journey of the Lilium Jet, early in its inception phase. Our production organization aims to set new standards with a best-in-class, reliable, integrated production capability. 

 Your Day to Day:  

• Work in a self-directed team of systems technicians and electricians
• Take responsibility for safety, delivery and quality during all stages of the assembly process
• Follow work instructions and project plans
• Supporting the battery testing team from a cell to system level
• Installation and troubleshooting of battery management systems.
• Working with low and high voltage battery components and assemblies
• Take responsibility for maintaining an inventory of parts, tools and equipment
• Troubleshooting and feedback of errors to the corresponding teams, cooperation for root cause analysis
• Implement and sustain manufacturing data of the production system
• Work cross functionally with related departments
  • work with Manufacturing Engineering to improve processes, equipment & tooling, and repair solutions
  • improve manufacturing standards and process requirements
  • support digital improvements and innovations while working with manufacturing execution systems
• Assist technology acquisition and new factory/equipment installation & commissioning

Your Profile:  

• Educational background as aircraft or industrial electrician, within electro-mobility or power electronics industry
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacture and/or repair electro-mechanical components including system with medium or high voltages
• Must have demonstrable experience of working safely around high-power energy systems & the associated risks
• Must be able to work from complex and detailed documentation and/or verbal and written instructions depending on situation
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing instructions and playbooks
• Experience operating high volume production machinery preferred
• High level of self-reliance with the ability to work both in a team and autonomously
• Target-oriented work approach with analytic problem-solving skills required
• Experience performing software-based testing and fault diagnosis
• Formal high voltage certification would be highly regarded
• Good English language skills are required, German language is a plus

Life at Lilium:

You are joining us as we are building our global footprint. While the current COVID-19 restrictions mean that many of us are working remotely we are still making the most out of this time. Meet fellow colleagues via our culture sessions and free weekly yoga classes, or improve your German or English with our free language courses.  

Lilium is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of ethnicity, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.