Mission Brief
As Propulsion Development Engineer in the Engine Valves Team, you will design and procure valves for the propulsion system. This includes creating CAD models and drawings, overseeing production and testing from prototypes to serial production, and managing requirements. You will be actively involved in prototyping and development testing and may need to travel to Isar’s test and launch facility locations.
Your Role in Our Space Mission:
- Demonstratedability to address engineering tasks through a structured and solution-oriented methodology
- Define the requirements and specifications for the valve in collaboration with the involved Propulsion teams
- Calculate and design valves based on requirements and conduct design reviews
- Prepare and organize the manufacturing of valves and address manufacturing issues
- Oversee andoptimizethe assembly of your valves
- Plan, supervise, and evaluate valve tests, including development acceptance, qualification, and integrated testing
- Participatein and supervise integrated system tests and analyze the data
- Ensurecomponentand system performance and reliability throughout the valves’ lifecycles by development tests, design reviews, and post-test data analysis
Qualification Checklist
- M.Sc. or M.Eng. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field
- Hands-on experience with testing preparation, operation, and post-test data review
- Experience in machining processes and creating drawings
- Proficiency in CAD software (preferably SolidWorks or Siemens NX)
- Knowledge of Python or similar programming languages
- Systematic approach to analyzing and resolving engineering problems
- Demonstrated ability to address engineering tasks through a structured and solution-oriented methodology
- General understanding of rocket design and passion for rocket propulsion and space
- Ability to collaborate effectively on multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams
- Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented
- Motivated and eager to learn
- Willing to travel to support launching and testing operations
- Fluent in English
Bonus Skills
- Experience in valve or rocket engine development
- Hands-on testing experience with fluid systems, including cryogenic fluids and oxygen compatibility
- Knowledge of technical drawing standards and materials science
Benefits
- Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
- 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
- Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period
- Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
- Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket
- Rental clothing with laundry service: Enjoy hassle-free workwear with our convenient rental clothing and laundry service
- Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
- Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
- Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children
- And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team.
Who we are
We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.
Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.
We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.
We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!
Want to find out more about us?
Visit www.isaraerospace.com
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Disclaimer
Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Skills Required
- M.Sc. or M.Eng. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field
- Hands-on experience preparing, operating, and reviewing testing activities
- Experience with machining processes and creating technical drawings
- Proficiency with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks or Siemens NX
- Knowledge of Python or a similar programming language
- Systematic, structured, and solution-oriented engineering problem-solving approach
- General understanding of rocket design and interest in rocket propulsion and space
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams
- Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented
- Motivation and eagerness to learn
- Willingness to travel for launch and testing operations
- Fluency in English
- Experience in valve or rocket engine development
- Hands-on fluid-systems testing experience, including cryogenic fluids and oxygen compatibility
- Knowledge of technical drawing standards and materials science
What We Do
Isar Aerospace develops next generation rockets for sustainable access to space for small and medium satellites and satellite constellations
