Senior Propulsion Valve Development Engineer (m/f/d)

Isar Aerospace; Ottobrunn; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading space technology company in Ottobrunn is seeking a Propulsion Development Engineer to design and procure valves for a propulsion system. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and expertise in CAD software. This role involves overseeing production and testing, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring reliability and performance throughout the lifecycle of the valves. The company offers competitive benefits including vacation days and a pension plan.

Leistungen

Employee Participation Program

30 days of vacation

Company pension plan

Subsidised lunch

Public transport ticket

Sport Clubs membership

Individual learning allowance

Childcare allowance

Qualifikationen

• Hands-on experience with testing preparation and data review.
• Experience with machining processes and creating technical drawings.
• Fluent in English.

Aufgaben

• Design and procure valves for the propulsion system.
• Oversee production and testing from prototypes to serial production.
• Plan and evaluate valve tests including development acceptance.

Kenntnisse

Testing preparation

CAD software

Programming languages

Rocket design

Collaboration in teams

Ausbildung

M.Sc. or M.Eng. in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

Jobbeschreibung

Mission Brief

As Propulsion Development Engineer in the Engine Valves Team, you will design and procure valves for the propulsion system. This includes creating CAD models and drawings, overseeing production and testing from prototypes to serial production, and managing requirements. You will be actively involved in prototyping and development testing and may need to travel to Isar’s test and launch facility locations.

Your Role in Our Space Mission

• Define the requirements and specifications for the valve in collaboration with the involved Propulsion teams
• Calculate and design valves based on requirements and conduct design reviews
• Prepare and organize the manufacturing of valves and address manufacturing issues
• Oversee and optimize the assembly of your valves
• Plan, supervise, and evaluate valve tests, including development acceptance, qualification, and integrated testing
• Participate in and supervise integrated system tests and analyze the data
• Ensure component and system performance and reliability throughout the valves’ lifecycles by development tests, design reviews, and post-test data analysis.

Qualification Checklist

• M.Sc. or M.Eng. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field; hands-on experience with testing preparation, operation, and post-test data review
• Experience with machining processes, creating drawings, and CAD software (preferably SolidWorks or Siemens NX)
• Expertise in the development of solenoid valves and associated electrical circuits
• Knowledge of Python or similar programming languages
• General understanding of rocket design
• Ability to collaborate effectively on multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams
• Willing to travel to support launching and testing operations
• Fluent in English

Bonus Skills

• Experience in valve or rocket engine development
• Hands-on testing experience with fluid systems, including cryogenic fluids and oxygen compatibility
• Knowledge of technical drawing standards and materials science

Benefits

• Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
• 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
• Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period
• Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
• Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket
• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
• Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children
• And Much More!

Who we are

We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.

Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.

We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.

We\'re making rockets in a way that hasn\'t been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!

Want to find out more about us?

Visit www.isaraerospace.com