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R&D Engineer - Actuators (f/m/d) Verified today

DcubeD · Germering, Germany · Electronics · first seen 2026-08-12
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Position purpose

DcubeD designs advanced mechanisms and deployable systems for space exploration. As an R&D Engineer - Actuators, you will work at the centre of product development, designing, testing, and qualifying space-grade hardware for the harshest environments.

You will own both new product development projects and continuous improvement of our current product line. You will define and execute test and qualification campaigns, analyse results, and ensure full documentation and compliance. Working closely with Production, Product Assurance, and Sales, you will solve technical challenges, optimise designs for manufacturability, and develop jigs, fixtures, and ground support equipment.

Key responsibilities

  • Design and develop mechanical and electromechanical components and assemblies for space mechanisms.
  • Own and execute product testing and qualification, both in-house and with external test facilities, including test setup, data acquisition, and qualification reporting.
  • Create and maintain qualification and verification documentation (test plans, TRRs, reports, conformance matrices) in line with industry and internal standards.
  • Lead engineering change requests (ECRs) to improve product reliability, manufacturability, and cost efficiency.
  • Collaborate with Industrial Engineering and Product Assurance to investigate issues, perform root cause analyses, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • Design and maintain assembly jigs, fixtures, and ground support equipment (GSE) to streamline manufacturing and test operations.
  • Take a hands-on role in assembling pre-production units, carrying hardware knowledge through handover to serial production.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement projects on product design, features, and test methodology.
  • Apply programming skills (Python, C/C++) to automate tests, analyse data, or support embedded systems development.
  • Support cross-functional design reviews and internal qualification reviews.
  • Document all work clearly and maintain configuration control in alignment with company and space industry standards.

Candidate background

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Experience in development of space mechanisms.
  • Experience in tribology.
  • Experience in GD&T, manufacturing processes, and analysis.
  • Hands-on mentality for building prototypes.
  • Experience working with relevant standards (ECSS, Military standards, NASA standards, etc).
  • Solid understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing techniques.
  • Hands-on experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar).
  • Experience in testing and qualification of space hardware or similar high-reliability systems.
  • Basic to intermediate programming skills (Python, C/C++) for test automation or data analysis.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset; ability to work independently on technically complex tasks.
  • Practical experience in a lab or test environment, with attention to detail and documentation rigor.
  • Collaborative mindset with interest in working closely with Production, Product Assurance, and Sales teams.
  • Familiarity with ECSS or NASA testing and qualification standards is a plus.
  • Fluency in English.
  • Eligibility to work in Germany.

What we offer

  • Deutschlandticket (commute benefit).
  • EGYM Wellpass and recovery toolkit.
  • ETF-based pension program with 30-50% company contribution.
  • Modern work equipment (laptop, phone, headphones, electric desk, screens, workshop equipment).
  • Office environment: kitchen, break areas, lunch offering, beverages, snacks, exercise area.
  • Hybrid work arrangements (location and hours flexibility), company events, launch parties.
  • Professional development: 70-20-10 thinking, training budget, training library, regular performance reviews.
  • Company swag (hoodie, t-shirt, stickers, water bottle, notebook).

This position involves access to technology subject to U.S. and/or Germany export controls. Any job offer is contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. and/or Germany export controls.