Propulsion Test Engineer (m/f/d)

Rocket Factory Augsburg - RFA; Augsburg; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International team

Flexible hours

Home office 1 day/week

EGYM Wellpass

30 days annual leave

Team events

Free parking

Job summary

Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) seeks a Propulsion Test Engineer to design and operate test setups for propulsion systems in an international, dynamic team. You will perform hands-on bench work, test pneumatic and hydraulic subsystems, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to propulsion design decisions based on test data.

The role requires a degree in aerospace or related field, 3+ years in space/aero environments, and strong knowledge of rocket engines, fluids, sensors, and control software.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years work experience in space or aeronautical systems.
• Experience operating pneumatic and hydraulic components.
• Hands-on rocketry projects from university, personal, or professional work.
• Strong rocket engine systems and fluid dynamics knowledge.
• Knowledge of sensor systems and instrumentation (NI/Beckhoff ideal).
• Experience with control systems and software.
• Fluent English spoken and written.
• Willingness to travel across Europe to RFAs sites.

Responsibilities

• Design and build test setups and test benches for propulsion systems.
• Hands-on setup of test benches and testing infrastructure.
• Test pneumatic, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Develop test procedures and analyze results.
• Support development of propulsion design from test data.
• Coordinate resources and assign accountability for objectives.
• Use testing, analysis, modelling and simulation tools to estimate performance.
• Create technical documentation.

Skills

Propulsion systems

Test engineering

Pneumatic & hydraulic

Rocket engine knowledge

Sensors & instrumentation

Control systems

English fluency

Willingness to travel

Education

Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NI hardware

Beckhoff equipment

CAD/CAE tools

Job description

About Rocket Factory Augsburg

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA), we have one clear goal: to create low-cost, flexible, and reliable access to space. We specialize in building small launch vehicles designed to deploy satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we aim to revolutionize space services and help improve life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and become part of the team driving the New Space movement in Europe.

About The Team

Our international and agile team is searching for a motivated Propulsion Test Engineer (f/m/d) to support our Launch & Operations team. You enjoy working in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for high-performance engineering solutions in aerospace technology?

Your Tasks

• Design and build test setups and test benches for propulsion systems
• Hands-on setup of test benches and necessary testing infrastructure
• Test specialized pneumatic, electrical and mechanical systems
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Develop test procedures and analyze test results
• Support the development of new propulsion design based on real test data
• Align resources to accomplish key objectives, assign clear accountability for important objectives
• Use various testing, analysis, modelling and simulation tools to estimate or calculate system performance
• Create technical documentation

Your Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering or related discipline
• 3+ years work experience in space or aeronautical systems
• Experience in operating and maintaining pneumatic and hydraulic components
• Practical, hands-on experience from electrical or mechanical projects related to rocketry (through University teams, personal project or professional work)
• Strong understanding of rocket engine systems and fluid dynamics
• Strong understanding of sensor systems and instrumentation ideally with NI and Beckhoff equipment
• Experience with control systems and software
• Hands-on workshop experience is beneficial
• Fluent English oral and written (all day-to-day activities are performed in English)
• High willingness to travel between RFAs test and launch sites in different countries in Europe for extended periods of time

We Offer

• Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start-up
• Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours
• Home Office: Full-time employees benefit from one day per week home office
• Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with EGYM Wellpass
• Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and speacial leave days
• Team Culture: Join regular company and team events
• Parking: Free parking for your car or bike

Insights

Ready to take the next step?

If you’re looking to grow, take responsibility, and contribute to making space more accessible, we’d love to hear from you.