Mission Brief

The task of a Propulsion Design Engineer in the fluid system is to develop subsystems of the fluid system, from their initial conception to series production and operation. This includes the management of requirements, design calculations & simulations, CAD modelling, drawing creation, manufacturing organization, acceptance & qualification test planning, test operations, test evaluation & documentation. You will be actively involved in testing and travelling to our launch and test sites.

Your Role in Our Space Mission:

• Fully own fluidic subsystems from engineering to timeline
• Define and manage the requirements of your owned subsystems
• Perform calculations and simulations of components and systems
• Work on iterative development, qualification, acceptance & flight testing of hardware
• Interface with other engineering departments to work on shared systems
• Participate in integrated and stage testing & launch operations

Qualification Checklist

• M.Sc. or M.Eng. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar
• Strong basic engineering fundamentals
• Robust fundamentals of fluid dynamics and related analysis
• Experience in modeling complex fluid dynamics problems
• Experience in working with fluidic systems, ideally in the context of rockets
• Proficiency in Python or similar programming language
• Hands-on experience in test preparation and operation
• Robust skills in data analysis and preparation of post-test data reviews
• Experience with CAD software (preferably SolidWorks or Siemens NX)
• Passion for rocket propulsion and space
• Ability to effectively collaborate on multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams
• Driven and eager to learn
• Willingness to travel in support of launching and testing hardware
• Fluent in English

Bonus Skills

• Experience in valve development for rocket engines
• Hands-on testing experience with cryogenic fluids and oxygen compatibility
• Experience with valve qualification & certification according to regulatory standards
• Knowledge of technical drawing rules and material science
• Experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Experience using ECOSIM

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
• 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

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.