Structural Manufacturing Technician (m/f/d)

Isar Aerospace SE; Parsdorf; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Participation Program

30 days vacation

Company pension plan

Subsidised lunch

Public transport ticket

Sports club memberships

Individual learning allowance

Childcare allowance

Job summary

Isar Aerospace SE is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Technician to lead CFRP component assembly for space launch vehicles. You will craft and adapt jigs, drill CFRP materials, install fasteners, and perform inspections in a clean, regulated environment.

You will collaborate with engineering and QA teams and travel for campaign work at various sites in and outside Germany. A strong aerospace background and fluent English are essential.

Qualifications

• Completed vocational training as a manufacturing technician, aircraft mechanic, or comparable qualification.
• Proven experience in structural assembly or manufacturing, ideally in aerospace.
• In-depth knowledge in processing and handling CFRP; metalworking an advantage.
• Experience with 3D printing processes is appreciated.
• Experience in creating and adapting jigs (fixtures) and tooling is an advantage.
• Proficient in reading and working with technical drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Good manual skills, high quality awareness, cleanliness and precision.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for campaigns.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• High resilience in dynamic environments.
• Fluent English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing and assembly of CFRP structural components and assemblies according to drawings and specs.
• Production and processing of CFRP components for space applications.
• Create and adapt jigs and tooling to support manufacturing processes.
• Drill composites and install rivets and fasteners.
• Perform structural bonding and quality inspections.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in all steps.
• Document work steps per regulations and QA standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and QA departments.
• Participate in test and launch campaigns at multiple locations.

Skills

Fluent English

Reading drawings

Quality awareness

Teamwork

Resilience

Willingness to travel

Independent work

CFRP processing

3D printing

Education

Vocational training as manufacturing technician or aircraft mechanic

Tools

CFRP tooling

3D printing equipment

Job description

Mission Brief

In our Launcher AIT (Assembly, Integration, Testing) Team, you are jointly responsible for the technically flawless and timely delivery of our launch vehicles, from the assembly of the first structural elements through our fluid and avionic systems to acceptance tests. Our dynamic multinational team builds and maintains the flight hardware in close collaboration with our engineers and the Integrated Testing team at our launch base.

We are looking forward to your application if you thrive on challenges, are open to new experiences, and want to be part of the 'New Space'.

Your Role in Our Space Mission:

• Manufacturing and assembly of structural components and assemblies made from carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP) according to drawings, work instructions, and technical specifications
• Production and processing CFRP components for space applications
• Creation and adaptation of jigs (fixtures) and tooling to support the manufacturing process
• Drill composite materials and install rivets and fasteners
• Perform structural bodings
• Inspection, control, and quality assurance of manufactured CFRP components according to space industry standards
• Cautious execution of all work steps while always maintaining an orderly and safe working environment under high cleanliness requirements
• Documentation of work steps according to specific regulations
• Close collaboration with other departments such as engineering and quality assurance
• Participation in test and launch campaigns at different locations inside and outside of Germany

Qualification Checklist

• Completed vocational training as a manufacturing technician, aircraft mechanic, or comparable qualification
• Professional experience in structural assembly or manufacturing, ideally in the aerospace sector
• In-depth knowledge in processing and handling CFRP; experience with metalworking is an advantage
• Experience with 3D printing processes is appreciated
• Experience in the creation and adaptation of jigs (fixtures) and tooling is an advantage
• Proficient in reading and working with technical drawings and manufacturing documentation
• Good manual skills, strong quality awareness, and a high standard of cleanliness and precision in all tasks
• Willingness to travel occasionally for campaign assignments
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Highly resilience in dynamic environments
• Fluent English 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
• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget
• Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children

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.