Master Thesis within Electric Propulsion (d/f/m)

Airbus; Deutschland; On-site; EUR 8,900 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH in Friedrichshafen is offering a Master Thesis within Electric Propulsion. The position supports the Laboratory for Enabling Technologies (LET) team as a masters student with focus on development and testing of electric propulsion components and test facilities.

The role involves development of test equipment, thruster testing, rapid prototyping of cathodes and automation of test facilities, in a highly international environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in any technical field is desirable.
• Basic programming knowledge in MATLAB, Python and/or LabVIEW.
• Good knowledge in engineering fundamentals.
• Knowledge of measurement and control engineering and optical/laser engineering or plasma physics is a plus.
• Fluent English; German language is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Development of test equipment for Electric Propulsion testing, such as thrust balance or plasma diagnostic systems.
• Electric Propulsion thruster development, including testing of thrusters under development.
• Cathode development by rapid prototyping.
• Development of test facility automation and control systems.
• Other activities required to excel in Electric Propulsion Research and Development.

Skills

Hands-on technical experience

Fluent English

German language advantage

Education

Enrolled full-time student in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Material Science, Space Engineering or equivalent

Tools

MATLAB

Python

LabVIEW

Job description

Job Description

In order to support the Laboratory for Enabling Technologies (LET), Airbus Defence and Space is offering a Master Thesis within Electric Propulsion (d/f/m). Are you looking for a master thesis and want to get to know the work of an Electric Propulsion Engineer (d/f/m)? We look forward to you supporting us in the Laboratory for Enabling Technologies (LET) team as a masters student (d/f/m)! Location: Friedrichshafen Start: February 2027 Duration: 6 Months. Airbus in Friedrichshafen/Immenstaad, Germany, operates the Laboratory for Enabling Technologies (LET).

The task of the LET is to develop, enhance and prove technologies for future space missions and to support all future programmes, in general. During the last years, the LET builds up deep heritage and knowledge, in the field of laser metrology and Electric Propulsion (EP).

In order to enhance the in-house EP development of the Advanced Cusp Field Thruster, the LET hosts facilities to characterize electric thrusters and components required for several EP related development projects.

In the framework of these activities, we are offering an internship or master thesis student position.

Your location

At the Airbus site in Friedrichshafen you will be working on innovation where others spend their holidays. Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Constance while having lunch in our canteen. And after work, join one of our many corporate sports groups to go running, sailing or skiing.

Your benefits

• Attractive salary and work-life balance with an 35-hour week (flexitime).
• International environment with the opportunity to network globally.
• Work with modern/diversified technologies.
• At Airbus, we see you as a valuable team member and you are not hired to brew coffee, instead you are in close contact with the interfaces and are part of our weekly team meetings.
• Opportunity to participate in the Generation Airbus Community to expand your own network.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Development of test equipment for Electric Propulsion testing, such as thrust balance or plasma diagnostic systems.
• Electric Propulsion thruster development, including testing of thrusters under development.
• Cathode development by rapid prototyping.
• Development of test facility automation and control systems.
• and many other activities required in order to excel in Electric Propulsion Research and Development.

Desired skills and qualifications

• Enrolled full-time student (d/f/m) in the area of Electrical Engineering, Physics, Material Science, Space Engineering or an equivalent field of study with relevant transcripts of records.
• Hands-on experience in any technical field is desirable.
• Basic programming knowledge Matlab, Python and/or LabView.
• Good knowledge in your dedicated field of engineering.
• Good knowledge and understanding of measurement and control engineering.
• Basic knowledge of optical/laser engineering and plasma physics would be an asset.
• Fluent English language skills and German would be an advantage.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company: Airbus Defence and Space GmbH Employment Type: Final-year Thesis ------- Experience Level: Student Job Family: Support to Management

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