Senior Structures Analysis Engineer, Launch Vehicle Structure (m/f/d)

Isar Aerospace SE; Parsdorf; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Participation Program

Vacation 30 days

Company pension plan

Subsidised lunch

Public transport Deutschlandticket

Rental clothing with laundry service

Sport Clubs membership

Individual learning allowance

Childcare allowance

Job summary

Isar Aerospace SE is seeking a Senior Structural Analysis Engineer to drive the structural integrity of rocket assemblies, from design concepts through validation. You will perform detailed stress analyses using hand calculations and FEM, focusing on CFRP structures, and collaborate with design teams to optimize performance and reliability.

You will define load cases, address thermal and vibration effects, and develop test plans with a goal of validating sizing assumptions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical or (Computational) Mechanics.
• At least 8 years of experience analysing aerospace structures.
• Profound knowledge in classical hand-calculations and advanced FE modelling (Hypermesh, Optistruct).
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• High independence and confidence in assessing and trading design risks.
• Strong engineering intuition for load paths and failure mechanisms.
• Holistic view on development of structures.
• Fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed stress analysis of aerospace structures using hand calculations and FEM.
• Identify failure scenarios and collaborate with design engineers to optimize designs.
• Define load cases including thermal and vibrational effects.
• Analyze manufacturing non-conformities and propose solutions.
• Develop test plans and support physical testing to verify sizing assumptions.
• Prepare comprehensive stress analysis reports and documentation.
• Improve standards and toolchain for structural verification.
• Familiarity with CAD software and provide mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Fluent English

Independent worker

Analytical mindset

Education

Engineering/Aerospace/Mechanical degree

Tools

Hypermesh

Optistruct

Job description

Mission Brief

You will be responsible for the structural analysis of entire assemblies belonging to our rocket’s primary and secondary structures. From trading design concepts to sizing and validating design iterations and examining the impact of manufacturing deviations, you will play an important role in guiding design decisions and pushing performance and reliability of our structures forward.

As a Senior Structural Analysis Engineer you will play a major role in improving our overall analysis and verification workflow by defining standards, sharing technical knowledge and reviewing your colleagues’ results and identifying action points.

Your Role in Our Space Mission:

Perform detailed stress analysis of aerospace structures and components using both classical hand calculations and advanced finite element methods (FEM), mostly of CFRP structures

Identify failure scenarios and collaborate with design engineers to review and optimize structural designs.

Define applicable load cases, addressing the impact of thermal, quasi-static loads (arising from random vibrations) etc.

Analise and provide possible solutions to manufacturing non-conformities

Develop test plans and support physical testing of components to verify sizing assumptions and qualify hardware.

Prepare comprehensive stress analysis reports and documentation for internal/external use

Improve our standards and toolchain for structural verification

Be familiar with classical design standards and have experience in the use of CAD software

Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers within the team

Qualification Checklist

Degree in the field of Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical or (Computational) Mechanics, or any other related field.

At least 8 years of experience in analysing aerospace structures

Profound knowledge in classical hand-calculations and advanced FE Modelling of aerospace structures (Hypermesh, Optistruct etc)

Self-motivated, collaborative, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

High degree of independence and confidence in assessing and trading design risks

Strong engineering intuition with regards to load paths and failure mechanisms

Holistic perspective on development of structures

Fluent English

Bonus Skills

Practical experience in the space sector (preferably in launch vehicle development program).

Previous experience using CAD, preferably with Siemens NX.

Good understanding of composite structures’ behaviour over a wide range of temperatures.

Practical experience with Material Qualification and composite manufacturing techniques.

Experience with winding & draping of carbon fibre (design or hands-on)

Knowledge in quality standards, specifications and procedures around CFRP components

German language skills

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

Rental clothing with laundry service: Enjoy hassle-free workwear with our convenient rental clothing and laundry service

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! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team.

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

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Disclaimer

Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.