Domain Owner - European Union Aviation Safety Agency (FGIV, Cologne)
About this position
The summary below is published by European Union Aviation Safety Agency on the official vacancy notice. Our own analysis — salary realism, comparable openings, career trajectory, language profile — follows further down the page.
Type of Selection:External
Contract Type:Contract agent
Section:DT.1.2 - Digital Transformation Section
Deadline for application:30/08/2026 at 23:59 CEST
Experience Level:Professional
Approx. number of candidates on reserve list:5
Location:Cologne, Germany
Monthly gross compensation (€):4,319.72 - 6,256.88
## Who we are
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](https://careers.easa.europa.eu/content/Diversity-and-Inclusion/?locale=en_GB "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](https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/home) and take a look at our[organisation structure](https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/the-agency/agency-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**
As a trusted partner across different business and technology functions and units, advance EASA's digitalisation by jointly running process optimisation activities and implementing digital (standard) technologies, ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of EASA's business processes. Drive change management activities associated with digitalisation initiatives, ensuring stakeholder engagement, user adoption, and the sustainable implementation of new processes and digital solutions.
## **Main Accountabilities**
* Drive EASA’s digitalisation initiatives within the assigned domain, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy, operational objectives, and regulatory requirements. * Act as a trusted partner between business and technology functions, fostering strong collaboration across departments, operational units, and external stakeholders. * Liaise across the organisation to analyse, optimise, standardise, and digitalise business processes. * Conduct lean process assessments and operational reviews, challenging existing practices and identifying opportunities for simplification, automation, and continuous improvement. * Facilitate the design, implementation, and adoption of modern digital solutions aligned with EASA’s standard technologies, enterprise architecture, and governance frameworks. * Promote and enable effective cross-functional, cross-departmental, and vertical collaboration to ensure integrated and efficient operational delivery. * Develop and support robust business cases, including value assessments, prioritisation criteria, cost-benefit analyses, and implementation roadmaps for digitalisation initiatives. * Drive measurable value creation through digital transformation by improving operational efficiency, process effectiveness, compliance, user experience, and organisational performance.
## **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*. * 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 Business Administration, Information Systems, Engineering, Organisational Development, Public Administration, Digital Transformation, or other relevant fields related to business process optimisation and digitalisation. * Proven experience in managing organisational change initiatives related to digitalisation and technology-enabled ways of working. * Work experience in data modelling, with the ability to analyse, design, and explain data models through practical examples.
**The following constitute advantageous criteria for the role. Candidates not fulfilling these criteria will not be excluded from the selection process:**
* Practical experience in Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN) and/ or Decision Model and Notation (DMN) in operational or transformation environments, including practical modelling and/ or implementation activities. * Experience in change management * Experience in the aviation sector. * Experience with EU institutions.
_[*] English oral and written skills will be assessed throughout the assessment phase. Mother tongue English speakers will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of a second EU language. Further language assessment may be organised, where necessary, to verify compliance with the requirement to demonstrate knowledge of two EU languages._
## **Selection Criteria**
The selection process is based on the assessment of the professional skills and competences listed below.While these are considered essential for performing the role effectively, candidates who do not meet all criteria may still be considered.
## **Professional Skills**
Business Process Design & Improvement
Change Management
Enterprise Achitecture / Information Architecture
Enterprise Achitecture / Business Architecture
IT System Development & Integration
Stakeholder Management
## **Behavioural Competences**
Problem Solving
Flexibility & Change Adaptability
Communication
Teamwork
Stakeholder Orientation
## **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 centre indicated by EASA).
## **Condition of employment**
**Contract:** 3 years contract as Contract Agent 3 (a) with possibility of extension.
**Working hours:** 40 hrs per week (on a full-time working pattern). Flexible working arrangements.
**Salary:** Basic salary: between 4.319,72 € - 6.256,88 € depending on work experience. Additional allowances depending on personal situation.
**Location:** Cologne, Germany (relocation is required).
Position details
- Reference
- EASA/FGIV/2026/1033
- Vacancy Notice
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- Last Verified
- 24 July 2026
Position overview
This is the official EU Careers listing for Domain Owner at EASA based in Cologne at the FGIV grade level (Contract Agent). The vacancy reference is EASA/FGIV/2026/1033. The role falls under the Information Technology domain.
Type of Selection:External
Contract Type:Contract agent
Section:DT.1.2 - Digital Transformation Section
Deadline for application:30/08/2026 at 23:59 CEST
Experience Level:Professional
Approx. number of candidates on reserve list:5
Location:Cologne, Germany
Monthly gross compensation (€):4,319.72 - 6,256.88
## Who we are
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](https://careers.easa.europa.eu/content/Diversity-and-Inclusion/?locale=en_GB "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](https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/home) and take a look at our[organisation structure](https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/the-agency/agency-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
As a trusted partner across different business and technology functions and units, advance EASA's digitalisation by jointly running process optimisation activities and implementing digital (standard) technologies, ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of EASA's business processes. Drive change management activities associated with digitalisation initiatives, ensuring stakeholder engagement, user adoption, and the sustainable implementation of new processes and digital solutions.
## Main Accountabilities
* Drive EASA’s digitalisation initiatives within the assigned domain, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy, operational objectives, and regulatory requirements. * Act as a trusted partner between business and technology functions, fostering strong collaboration across departments, operational units, and external stakeholders. * Liaise across the organisation to analyse, optimise, standardise, and digitalise business processes. * Conduct lean process assessments and operational reviews, challenging existing practices and identifying opportunities for simplification, automation, and continuous improvement. * Facilitate the design, implementation, and adoption of modern digital solutions aligned with EASA’s standard technologies, enterprise architecture, and governance frameworks. * Promote and enable effective cross-functional, cross-departmental, and vertical collaboration to ensure integrated and efficient operational delivery. * Develop and support robust business cases, including value assessments, prioritisation criteria, cost-benefit analyses, and implementation roadmaps for digitalisation initiatives. * Drive measurable value creation through digital transformation by improving operational efficiency, process effectiveness, compliance, user experience, and organisational performance.
## 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*. * 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 Business Administration, Information Systems, Engineering, Organisational Development, Public Administration, Digital Transformation, or other relevant fields related to business process optimisation and digitalisation. * Proven experience in managing organisational change initiatives related to digitalisation and technology-enabled ways of working. * Work experience in data modelling, with the ability to analyse, design, and explain data models through practical examples.
The following constitute advantageous criteria for the role. Candidates not fulfilling these criteria will not be excluded from the selection process:
* Practical experience in Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN) and/ or Decision Model and Notation (DMN) in operational or transformation environments, including practical modelling and/ or implementation activities. * Experience in change management * Experience in the aviation sector. * Experience with EU institutions.
_[*] English oral and written skills will be assessed throughout the assessment phase. Mother tongue English speakers will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of a second EU language. Further language assessment may be organised, where necessary, to verify compliance with the requirement to demonstrate knowledge of two EU languages._
## Selection Criteria
The selection process is based on the assessment of the professional skills and competences listed below.While these are considered essential for performing the role effectively, candidates who do not meet all criteria may still be considered.
## Professional Skills
Business Process Design & Improvement
Change Management
Enterprise Achitecture / Information Architecture
Enterprise Achitecture / Business Architecture
IT System Development & Integration
Stakeholder Management
## Behavioural Competences
Problem Solving
Flexibility & Change Adaptability
Communication
Teamwork
Stakeholder Orientation
## 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 centre indicated by EASA).
## Condition of employment
Contract: 3 years contract as Contract Agent 3 (a) with possibility of extension.
Working hours: 40 hrs per week (on a full-time working pattern). Flexible working arrangements.
Salary: Basic salary: between 4.319,72 € - 6.256,88 € depending on work experience. Additional allowances depending on personal situation.
Location: Cologne, Germany (relocation is required).
Salary at this grade
Basic monthly salary at FGIV runs from €4,449 (step 1) to €5,034 (top step), giving an annual range of roughly €53,388 to €60,408 before tax and allowances. Steps increase automatically every two years; the figures here are taken from the salary grid in the EU Staff Regulations.
Eligible staff posted away from their country of nationality also receive an expatriation allowance worth 16% of basic salary (around €712 per month at step 1 of FGIV) together with household, dependent-child, and education allowances where applicable. Take-home pay is then adjusted by the country correction coefficient for Cologne. For a worked example see our correction coefficients guide and the EU salaries overview.
Application timeline
This vacancy was first listed on 17 July 2026, 9 days ago.
The application deadline is 30 August 2026, 33 days from today. Late applications are not accepted, so submit through the official EU Careers portal well in advance.
Last verified against the EU Careers feed on 24 July 2026 (2 days ago).
Where to learn more
For full responsibilities, requirements, and career progression at FGIV see our FGIV grade page; for headcount, mission, and other open vacancies at EASA see the EASA institution page; for the cost of living, correction coefficient, and other postings in Cologne see our Cologne location page; for related vacancies in the Information Technology field browse our Information Technology domain page.
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Source: This job listing was sourced from the official EU Careers portal (EPSO). First published: . Salary estimate based on EU Staff Regulations.