Maintenance Technician (m/f/d)

Isar Aerospace; Kiruna kommun; On-site; SEK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days vacation

Relocation support

Subsidised lunch

Wellness allowance

Learning budget

OpenUp mental health

Job summary

Isar Aerospace SE is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Kiruna rocket engine test site, responsible for installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and reliability of the test facility infrastructure.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on piping, valves, pumps, and mechanical equipment, read P&IDs and drawings, and assist engineers with upgrades while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, or similar environments.
• Experience with piping systems, valves, pumps, and pressure systems.
• Ability to read P&IDs, drawings, schematics, and procedures.
• Experience with rigging and mechanical installations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and use of maintenance tools and instruments.
• Safety-conscious mindset for hazardous environments.
• Good communication and teamwork with engineers and technicians.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility systems, piping, valves, pressure systems, and mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and fluid system issues to maximize facility availability and test readiness.
• Install, modify, and commission facility systems and test support equipment for campaigns.
• Execute rigging, lifting, and installation activities for upgrades and tests.
• Support pressure testing, leak checks, commissioning, and readiness activities.
• Assist engineers with facility modifications and infrastructure upgrades.
• Maintain maintenance records, inspection reports, calibration docs, and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Propose improvements to increase reliability, maintainability and efficiency.
• Support test article integration and AIT activities as needed.

Skills

Piping systems

Valves

Pumps

Pressure systems

Mechanical equipment

Reading P&IDs

Technical drawings

Maintenance procedures

Rigging

Lifting operations

Tools & measurement

Safety awareness

English fluency

Job description

Mission Brief
As a Maintenance Technician at our rocket engine test site in Kiruna, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability of the test facility infrastructure. This includes fluid systems, piping networks, valves, ground support equipment, and mechanical facility systems that enable safe and efficient propulsion testing.

Your Role in Our Space Mission :

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility systems, including piping, valves, pressure systems, mechanical equipment, and ground support infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and fluid system issues to maximize facility availability and test readiness.
• Install, modify, and commission facility systems and test support equipment required for test campaigns.
• Execute rigging, lifting, and installation activities associated with facility upgrades and test preparations.
• Support pressure testing, leak checks, commissioning, and operational readiness activities.
• Assist engineers with facility modifications, improvements, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Maintain maintenance records, inspection reports, calibration documentation, and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with operational procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proactively propose improvements to increase facility reliability, maintainability, and operational efficiency.
• Support test article integration and AIT activities when required by operational priorities.

Qualification Checklist

• At least 3 years of experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, process facilities, or similar environments.
• Strong experience with piping systems, valves, pumps, pressure systems, and mechanical equipment.
• Experience performing troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs on industrial infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance procedures.
• Experience with rigging, lifting operations, and mechanical installations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and proficiency with tools, measurement instruments, and maintenance equipment.
• Safety-conscious mindset and ability to work in hazardous environments.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with engineers and technicians.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written

Bonus Skills

• Experience with cryogenic, high-pressure gas, or propulsion test facilities.
• Welding, pipefitting, hydraulic, or pneumatic system experience.
• Crane, forklift, or rigging certifications.
• Experience in a development test environment.
• Relevant technical education, certifications, or trade qualifications.
• Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
• 25 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
• Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
• Relocation support: Benefit from our relocation bonus with deductible expenses up to an agreed amount, as well as the option for subsidized temporary housing
• Transportation to/from work: Convenient and affordable transportation with company cars available for pick-up and drop-off at designated times
• Wellness allowance: Stay healthy and fit with our yearly 5.000 SEK allowance for wellness activities (e Gym, Massages)
• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
• Physical and mental well-being: Access via OpenUp the online support from certified psychologists and lifestyle experts at no cost to you and your family
• And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team.

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!

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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.