Propulsion Test Engineer (m/f/d)

Your Mission

The Propulsion Test Engineer is part of the Test Operations Reischach team that performs development and verification tests on liquid rocket engines and their subsystems. A Propulsion Test Engineer takes care of test preparation, maintenance and upgrades of the test bench as well as initial data analysis of the test results.

More specifically, you will:

• Plan and conduct rocket engine test campaigns together with propulsion development engineers
• Ensure safe operations by using and developing procedures and processes
• Take care of test preparations, troubleshooting, upgrades and maintenance of the test bench: both on paper and in reality
• Assist in designing and building test benches for propulsion testing

Who you are and what you have

• Relevant engineering qualification or engineering bachelor’s or master’s degree in the field of aerospace, mechanical engineering or similar
• Hands-on experience in development or testing of complex systems, preferably involving extreme operating conditions such as cryogenic temperatures, high pressures, or high temperatures. Such experience can come from either relevant positions held, or internships, clubs, and other extra-curricular activities
• Capable of designing fluid and mechanical systems from theoretical concept to realisation and commissioning
• Able to perform in high-stress environments, maintaining focus and concentration for long durations
• Physical dexterity is required as working in confined spaces is necessary. Able to lift and carry 25kg
• Fluent in English

Nice to Have: 

• Hands-on experience with fluid system and piping/tubing.
• Experience with at least one programming language (Python, Matlab, C, C#, Cobol...)
• Knowledge about rocket propulsion systems.

Benefits 

• 30 days holiday
• Subsidised lunch
• Individual learning budget
• Virtual company shares
• Wellpass Sport Clubs membership
• Customized company pension plan
• Public transport ticket

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