Propulsion Test Engineer (m/f/d)

Rocket Factory Augsburg; Augsburg; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Atmosphere: International New Space

Flexibility: Flexible hours

Home Office: 1 day per week

Health: EGYM Wellpass

Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave

Team Culture: Regular events

Parking: Free parking

Zusammenfassung

Rocket Factory Augsburg seeks a Propulsion Test Engineer (f/m/d) to design and run test benches for propulsion systems within an international Launch & Operations team. The role involves hands-on setup, data analysis, and documenting procedures across multiple test sites in Europe.

The ideal candidate holds an aerospace degree with 3+ years in space/aeronautical contexts, strong knowledge of rocket engines, fluids, sensors, and control software, plus willingness to travel extensively.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years in space or aeronautical systems.
• Experience operating pneumatic and hydraulic components.
• Hands-on electrical/mechanical rocketry projects (univ teams, personal or work).
• Strong rocket engine and fluid dynamics knowledge.
• Sensor/instrumentation know‑how, NI/Beckhoff preferred.
• Experience with control systems and software.
• Hands-on workshop experience is beneficial.
• Fluent English (spoken and written).
• Willing to travel across Europe for extended periods.

Aufgaben

• Design and build test setups and benches for propulsion systems.
• Set up 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 propulsion design development from test data.
• Align resources and establish accountability for objectives.
• Use testing, analysis, modelling and simulation tools to estimate performance.
• Create technical documentation.

Kenntnisse

Aerospace degree

Hands-on testing

English fluent

Travel willing

Control systems

Ausbildung

Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NI equipment

Beckhoff

Jobbeschreibung

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? Then apply with us.

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

Ready to take the next step?

Join RFA and help build one of Europe’s most efficient launch systems. Work alongside 300+ colleagues from over 40 countries and take ownership from day one.

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

We look forward to receiving your application in German or English.