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Discover Bishop GmbH, a leading Aeronautical Engineering company celebrating its 28th Anniversary next year, making profound contributions to the aerospace sector since 1997. With over 200 highly specialized employees and a comprehensive suite of five business models spanning recruitment to patented innovations, Bishop GmbH is a trusted partner for major OEMs in Aeronautics and Space. Read on to learn about their core expertise, significant awards like the Crystal Cabin Award, and recent successes, including a new significant contract with EASA and a 4-year framework agreement with EASA for the fourth time, solidifying their position at the forefront of aviation and space technology.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW
Hamburg, Germany – As the aerospace sector continues to drive innovation and demand top-tier expertise, Bishop GmbH stands out as a formidable Aeronautical Engineering company with a long and rich history. Founded on 17 July 1997 in Hamburg, Bishop GmbH will be celebrating its 28th Anniversary next year, marking decades of significant contributions to the industry.
Since its inception, Bishop GmbH has been highly successful in the procurement of first-class personnel for the aircraft sector, including development, engineering, marketing, and management positions. With over 200 highly specialized employees working across Europe, the company is a trusted partner for major OEMs for Aeronautics and Space, alongside its involvement in the Wind Energy, Maritime, and Automotive industries.
Comprehensive Business Models and Core Expertise Bishop GmbH offers a diverse range of services through its five distinct business models:
- Recruitment: Specialising in the hire of temporary staff, mainly at the expert level.
- Work Packages: Undertaking defined tasks such as the design and stress analysis of sections for large commercial jets, satellites, wind turbines, cars, or ships.
- Own Engineering and Innovation: Driving progress with many patented designs, including the Micro-attachment System and Composite Rivet.
- Research: Engaging in significant projects such as LoFo (Aeronautics Research) and CODAMEIN for EASA.
- Think-tank: Operating Bishophof for strategic insights.
The company's core aeronautical engineering disciplines encompass Stress Analysis (including Fatigue & DT), Systems, Aerodynamics (including icing and acoustics), and Loads. Their commitment to promoting aeronautical science and research is evident in their innovative developments, such as the FSAS and Aircraft Cabin Security Systems. Bishop GmbH also boasts an own research department with extensive experience in composite materials and metals.
Achievements, Awards, and Esteemed Partnerships Bishop GmbH has garnered numerous accolades, reflecting its dedication to innovation and quality. The company has been recognised as the #5 of the most innovative companies in Germany (Top100 Award) and is a proud recipient of the Crystal Cabin Award. Peter Bishop, the Managing Director of Bishop GmbH, has been a Crystal Cabin Award Judge since the competition's inception.
Their long-standing relationships with prestigious clients underscore their industry standing. Key clients in the commercial aircraft industry include Airbus Germany GmbH, Airbus France, Eurocopter Germany GmbH, RUAG, Behr GmbH, and Deutsche Lufthansa. In defence, they work with Airbus Germany GmbH and Eurocopter Germany GmbH, and in outer space technology, with Astrium GmbH.
Recent successes highlight Bishop GmbH’s continued growth and impact:
- Next year, they will celebrate their 28th year, following the award of a 4-year framework contract EASA.2021.HVO.06 (2022–2026) for the fourth time by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
- Just recently, on 25 June 2024, Bishop GmbH announced signing another significant contract with EASA, further strengthening their successful cooperation.
- The company's subsidiary, 1st tier E2S, achieved an EN9100 quality certificate with Airbus.
- Bishop GmbH also showcased its expertise at the Spacetech Expo in the USA following successful visits in 2015 and 2016.
Bishop GmbH maintains high standards for its employees but also offers opportunities for promising individuals. They consider applicants with excellent academic records but less experience, as well as those with a strong track record of achievement but a weaker academic background, providing them a chance to gain experience with leading European aircraft enterprises.
Furthermore, Bishop GmbH
supports the Chancenkarte Deutschland initiative, aiming to attract qualified international professionals to work and live in Germany.

Bishop GmbH Key Capabilities
- Deep Specialisation and Proven Talent Procurement: Bishop GmbH excels in core Aeronautical Engineering disciplines such as Stress Analysis (including Fatigue & DT), Systems, Aerodynamics (including icing and acoustics), and Loads. Since 1997, they have been highly successful in procuring first-class personnel for the aircraft sector, boasting more than 200 highly specialized employees working across Europe. They are unique in their approach to talent acquisition, offering opportunities to individuals with either excellent academic records or a strong track record of achievement, even with less experience or weaker academic backgrounds, and supporting the Chancenkarte Deutschland initiative to attract qualified international professionals.
- Diverse, Innovative, and Patented Solutions: The company operates on five distinct business models, including Recruitment, Work Packages (e.g., design & stress analysis for commercial jets, satellites, wind turbines, cars, or ships), Own Engineering and Innovation with many patented designs such as the Micro-attachment System and Composite Rivet, Research (e.g., LoFo, CODAMEIN for EASA), and a Think-tank. Their commitment to aeronautical science and research is evident through innovative developments like the FSAS and Aircraft Cabin Security Systems, and their own research department with extensive experience in composite materials and metals.
- Long-Standing Trust and Esteemed Industry Recognition: Bishop GmbH has demonstrated consistent success and reliability since its founding on 17 July 1997. This is underscored by their repeated recognition, including being ranked #5 of the most innovative companies in Germany (Top100 Award) and winning the Crystal Cabin Award. Their strong relationships with prestigious clients like Airbus Germany GmbH, Airbus France, Eurocopter Germany GmbH, RUAG, Behr GmbH, Deutsche Lufthansa, and Astrium GmbH are a testament to their standing. Furthermore, their continuous partnership with EASA is highlighted by the award of a 4-year framework contract (EASA.2021.HVO.06) for the fourth time and the recent signing of another significant contract with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency.
Bishop GmbH and Airbus
- Provides Engineering Staff:
- Bishop GmbH recruits and supplies specialized engineers with expertise in various areas like stress analysis, systems, and structural fatigue for Airbus.
- Contributes to Aircraft Development:
- Bishop GmbH's engineers have worked on the development of significant Airbus aircraft, including the A318, A380, and A400.
- Offers Engineering Services:
- The firm provides engineering services and has been involved in projects for Airbus, including the development of systems for new aircraft.
Bishop GmbH's broader role
- Aeronautical Innovation:
- The company has also developed its own innovations, such as the FSAS (Fly-by-Wire Safety Analysis Software) and a new seating system for aircraft cabins.
- Recruitment Specialist:
- Bishop GmbH has extensive experience in recruiting personnel for various positions within the aerospace sector, from development and engineering to management roles.
- Diverse Clientele:
- In addition to Airbus, Bishop GmbH works with other major clients in the aerospace and defense industry, including OHB, Lufthansa Technik, and EASA.
- Strategic Supplier:
- Through its former joint subsidiary, Bishop GmbH has become a strategic supplier to Airbus.
