Postdoc position (m/f/d)

TN Germany; München; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An innovative chair in space mobility is seeking a Postdoctoral researcher to enhance research and teaching initiatives. This role involves supervising students, managing research projects, and contributing to groundbreaking advancements in aerospace technology. The position offers a collaborative environment, flexible work options, and the opportunity to engage with impactful projects in the space industry. Ideal candidates will possess a PhD, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for sustainable space mobility. Join a dynamic team dedicated to pioneering research and education in a rapidly evolving field.

Leistungen

Flexible home office options

30 days of paid leave

Collaborative team environment

Extensive network in the space industry

Qualifikationen

• PhD with excellent results in Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Experience in teaching and managing research projects.

Aufgaben

• Teach and supervise students in aerospace topics.
• Support research growth through project acquisition.

Kenntnisse

Aerospace Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Teaching and supervising students

Project management in Aerospace

Proactive problem-solving

Mechanical design

Fluent in English

Ausbildung

PhD in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD (SolidWorks)

Matlab

Python

Jobbeschreibung

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The Chair of Space Mobility, established in January, has grown into a team of 15 members. The chair conducts pioneering research in space propulsion through projects like SPARK, Solar for Ice to Thrust (S4I2T), the ASCENT hopper, and its model predictive and fault-tolerant control. Our strategic focus includes the democratization of space, in-space propulsion for autonomy and sustainability, intelligent propulsion systems, and innovative testing as a service. We have also introduced novel teaching methods that integrate research and education for the benefit of students and researchers.

We seek a Postdoctoral researcher to advance our research and teaching efforts, support the growth of the Chair, and contribute to our success.

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Required Skills & Experience

• PhD with excellent results in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Experience in teaching and supervising students
• Experience in securing and managing research projects and funding in Aerospace
• Experience supervising PhD research

Knowledge and Skills

• Proactive problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Mechanical design and analysis of structural and fluid dynamic problems
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken
• Willingness to attend international conferences and publish internationally

Advantageous Skills

• Knowledge of space propulsion, especially electric propulsion
• Motivation for space technology research
• Interest in sustainable space mobility
• Experience with engineering tools like CAD (e.g., SolidWorks)
• Programming skills in Matlab and/or Python
• German language skills at B1 level or higher

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of the Chair, your duties will include:

• Teaching and supervising students
• Supporting the growth and research success of the Chair through project acquisition and management
• Supervising PhD students
• Participating in university selection processes for BSc and MSc students

What We Offer

• Full-time position (40 hours/week, pay grade E14, TV-L)
• Flexible home office options and 30 days of paid leave
• Collaborative team environment and involvement in impactful projects
• Extensive network in the space industry
• Location based in Ottobrunn/Munich with potential on-site presence in Oberpfaffenhofen
• We value diversity and encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their application, including CV, a one-page motivation letter, transcripts, and supporting documents, via email (preferably as a single PDF) to: rfa- . We look forward to your application.