Nozzle Design Engineer (m/f/d)

HyImpulse; Neuenstadt am Kocher; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Spendit Card

Christmas bonus

Bike leasing

Occasion gift

Team events

30 days vacation

Flextime

Coffee & water

Open feedback

Training & coaching

Buddy program

Startup environment

End-to-end involvement

Job summary

HyImpulse in Neuenstadt, Baden-Wurttemberg, is seeking a Master’s level Mechanical or Aerospace Engineer to design, validate, and test TVC mechanical subsystems and support actuator hardware integration.

Join a fast-growing New Space startup to perform structural and thermal analyses, contribute to insulation and material qualification, and collaborate with the avionics team on control feedback and system performance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong background in structural and thermal finite element analysis (FEA) using ANSYS, Abaqus, Hypermesh or Simcenter 3D.
• Hands-on hardware testing experience with instrumentation, calibration, and data evaluation.
• Proficiency in CAD-based mechanical design (NX, SolidWorks or CATIA).
• Understanding of materials behavior under thermal and mechanical loads (metals, composites, insulation).
• Experience with aerospace mechanisms exposed to vibration, temperature or dynamic loads.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate mechanical and actuation subsystems for TVC systems.
• Support integration and testing of actuators, including interfaces.
• Perform structural and thermal analyses of TVC components in high-temperature environments.
• Contribute to insulation and material system design for thermal protection and stability.
• Support system-level testing including test stand setup, data acquisition, and evaluation.
• Collaborate with avionics team to ensure actuator communication and control feedback.
• Document design, analysis, and test results per quality and configuration management processes.

Skills

Structural analysis

Thermal analysis

Hardware testing

Instrumentation

Data evaluation

CAD design

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

Hypermesh

Simcenter 3D

NX

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

• Design, develop, and validate mechanical and actuation subsystems for thrust vector control (TVC) systems
• Support the integration and testing of actuators, including mechanical, electrical, and thermal interfaces
• Perform structural and thermal analyses of TVC components operating in high-temperature environment
• Contribute to the design and qualification of insulation and material systems for thermal protection and mechanical stability
• Support system-level testing, including test stand setup, data acquisition, and performance evaluation
• Collaborate closely with the avionics team to ensure proper actuator communication, control feedback, and overall system performance
• Document design, analysis, and test results in accordance with internal quality and configuration management processes

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate mechanical and actuation subsystems for thrust vector control (TVC) systems
• Support the integration and testing of actuators, including mechanical, electrical, and thermal interfaces
• Perform structural and thermal analyses of TVC components operating in high-temperature environment
• Contribute to the design and qualification of insulation and material systems for thermal protection and mechanical stability
• Support system-level testing, including test stand setup, data acquisition, and performance evaluation
• Collaborate closely with the avionics team to ensure proper actuator communication, control feedback, and overall system performance
• Document design, analysis, and test results in accordance with internal quality and configuration management processes

Basic Qualification

• Master's degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline
• Solid background in structural and thermal finite element analysis (FEA) using tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, Hypermesh, or Simcenter 3D
• Hands-on experience with hardware testing, including instrumentation, calibration, and data evaluation
• Proficiency in CAD-based mechanical design (e.g., NX, SolidWorks, or CATIA)
• Understanding of materials behavior under thermal and mechanical loads, including metals, composites, and insulation materials
• Experience with high-performance or aerospace-grade mechanisms exposed to vibration, temperature, or dynamic loads

Desired Experience

• Experience in aerospace or propulsion system development, particularly with thrust vector control or similar actuation systems
• Familiarity with dynamic simulations (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, Adams) for motion and load prediction
• Exposure to environmental qualification processes (vibration, thermal vacuum, endurance)
• Knowledge of sensor and feedback systems for actuator control and performance monitoring
• Experience with actuation systems (electromechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic), including mechanism design and integration

Benefits

• €50 monthly Spendit Card - because it's the little extras that make a difference
• Christmas bonus on top
• Job bike leasing for a sporty and sustainable commute
• €60 gift for special occasions (birthday, wedding, birth of a child)
• Regular team events - from Christmas parties to adventure offsites
• 30 days of vacation to fully recharge
• Flexible working hours (flextime) to match your personal rhythm
• Free coffee, tea & water - fuel for big ideas
• Open, respectful feedback culture at eye level
• Personal development opportunities through trainings, coaching & language courses
• Buddy program with structured onboarding, including a welcome package
• A diverse and inspiring startup environment, where talented people from over 16 nations collaborate to build something extraordinary
• Hands-on involvement across end-to-end development processes in a fast-growing New Space startup

Location

Our location in Neuenstadt in the region of Heilbronn offers an ideal combination of rural charm and urban quality of life. Located in the heart of Baden-Wurttemberg, the region is characterized by its excellent traffic connections and diverse opportunities for leisure activities. Discover the advantages of this dynamic and liveable environment and benefit from a good work-life balance.

2023, Baden-Wurttemberg registered by far the most patents in Germany. A total of 16,000 people work in LR BW member companies and generate an annual turnover of around 5 billion euros - and the trend is rising. The strength of Baden-Wurttemberg's aerospace industry lies in the integrated value chain from the screw to the research satellite.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HyImpulse is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age or disability.

About Us

HyImpulse is developing launch vehicles based on innovative hybrid propulsion technology and is constantly pushing boundaries beyond the limits within multiple disciplines to provide competitive low-cost and sustainable access to space. We are looking for exceptional talents who are passionate about rockets, ready to work in a fast-paced environment and take on challenging projects.