Job Description:

In order to support the Air Generation team, Airbus Operations is looking for a

Master Thesis student for the "Simulation of the Fuel Cell Air Supply System for the Airbus ZEROe Propulsion System”

You are looking for a master thesis in area of hydogen powered aircraft? Then apply now! We look forward to you supporting us in the Air Generation team as a master student!

Hydrogen has the potential to play a crucial role in decarbonising aviation in the long term, and to bring a revolution in air transport comparable to that of electric vehicles in the automotive sector. To that aim, Airbus’ ambition is to bring a hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft to market. The ZEROe project was launched in 2020 to explore the feasibility of hydrogen propulsion technologies. In April 2025, Airbus announced that the hydrogen fuel cell technology had been selected as the propulsion method for this future aircraft. Fuel cells rely on several supporting subsystems to operate effectively. One key subsystem is the air supply system, which includes compressors, heat exchangers, and other components. The main challenge lies in designing this system to achieve high efficiency, minimal volume, and low weight, all while ensuring safety under all operating conditions.

• Location: Hamburg
• Start: As soon as possible
• Duration: 6 months

Your location

You will be working at the largest production site for civil aircraft situated in Hamburg. Its location on the southern banks of the river Elbe includes the option to commute by ferry. Experience the special flair of Hamburg in your spare time where vibrant cosmopolitan culture meets nautic legacy.

Your benefits

• Work-life balance with a 35-hour week (flexitime).
• Mobile working after agreement with the department.
• Traveling within Europe is possible after consultation and agreement from the department.
• International environment with the opportunity to network globally.
• Work with modern/diversified technologies.
• At Airbus, we see you as a valuable team member and you are not hired to brew coffee, instead you are in close contact with the interfaces and are part of our weekly team meetings.
• Opportunity to participate in the Generation Airbus Community to expand your own network.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Literature research and familiarization with fuel cell aviation and air supply systems
• Modelling and simulation of different system architectures and operating strategies
• Thorough analysis of the simulation results
• Support of design decisions
• Documentation

Desired skills and qualifications

• Full-time enrolled master student (d/f/m) within Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical background
• Strong background in turbomachinery and thermodynamics
• Good knowledge of system simulations
• Knowledge of Dymola is beneficial
• Highly motivated, proactive and creative mindset
• Fluent in English

Please upload the following documents: cover letter, CV, relevant transcripts, enrollment certificate.

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Company:

Airbus Operations GmbH

Employment Type:

Final-year Thesis

Experience Level:

Student

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