Engine Assembly Technician (m/w/d)

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG; Augsburg; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG is seeking an Engine Assembly Technician to join our dedicated team in Augsburg. You will perform precise assembly of rocket components and assist with test setups, ensuring adherence to dimensions and parameters.

The role involves troubleshooting during tests and potential disassembly of engines and modules as required. The successful candidate will have a trade qualification in aircraft/mechanics or related fields, experience in aerospace, and a hands-on, independent

Qualifications

• Fluent English is required for day-to-day activities.
• Trade qualification in aircraft/mechanics or related is essential.
• Previous work in aerospace is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble rocket components with precision.
• Perform functional tests and troubleshoot issues.
• Work according to specified dimensions and parameters.
• Disassemble and reassemble engines and modules as needed.
• Assist during test setups.

Skills

Fluent English

Willingness to travel

Hands-on mentality

Independent work

Education

Trade qualification in aircraft/mechanics or related

Tools

Forklift license

Crane license

Job description

Engine Assembly Technician (m/w/d)

Arbeitsort: Augsburg, Bayern

Our international and agile team is searching for a motivated Engine Assembly Technician (m/f/d) to join our special‑projects rocketry team. This is a rare opportunity allowing you to be involved in demanding prototyping efforts in a NewSpace environment. You will work in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for excellence by creating high‑performance engineering solutions while keeping production costs at an absolute minimum.

You enjoy being proactive and work within an experienced team? Then apply with us.

Your Tasks

• Precise assembly of rocket components
• Performance of functional tests as well as troubleshooting errors
• Work in compliance with dimensions and specified parameters
• Disassembly and assembly of engines and modules up to complete disassembly
• Support during test setups
• Documentation of all steps of procedures
• Checking documentation for completeness

Your Qualifications

• Completed trade as aircraft mechanic, manufacturing technology, engine technology, maintenance technology or comparable
• Work experience in the aerospace industry
• Professional experience in the repair of engines
• Forklift and crane license is desirable
• Willingness to travel
• Fluent English oral and written (all day‑to‑day activities are performed in English)
• Independent, systematic, goal‑oriented and conscientious way of working
• Motivation and enthusiasm as well as a high degree of motivation
• Hands‑on mentality and willingness to support other departments

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG

OUR INSPIRATION

On Christmas Eve, 1968, astronauts aboard Apollo 8 sent the iconic “Earthrise” image showing Earth rising above the moon. This now world‑famous image stands as a symbol of Spaceship Earth and the vulnerability of our planet.

Today, Earth is more fragile than ever before. And yet it remains unique in our wide universe. That’s why we are committed to making a more sustainable world. RFA’s mission is not just to launch into space, but to help provide comprehensive real‑time data that targets problems and leads to solutions for our precious planet.

OUR TEAM

We are a dedicated team of space enthusiasts and New Space experts. Many core team members have proven track records in the small space launcher industry. Made up of over 45 nationalities, we all have one thing in common: we are passionate about space.

• Firmenevents