Propulsion Test Engineer (m/f/d) Verified today
About Rocket Factory Augsburg
Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) builds small launch vehicles designed to deploy satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Our goal is to create low-cost, flexible and reliable access to space.
Your Tasks
- Design and build test setups and test benches for propulsion systems
- Hands-on setup of test benches and necessary testing infrastructure
- Test specialised pneumatic, electrical and mechanical systems
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Develop test procedures and analyse test results
- Support the development of new propulsion design based on real test data
- Use various testing, analysis, modelling and simulation tools to estimate or calculate system performance
- Create technical documentation
- Align resources to accomplish key objectives and assign accountability
Your Qualifications
- Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering or related discipline
- 3+ years work experience in space or aeronautical systems
- Experience in operating and maintaining pneumatic and hydraulic components
- Practical, hands-on experience from electrical or mechanical projects related to rocketry (university teams, personal project or professional work)
- Strong understanding of rocket engine systems and fluid dynamics
- Strong understanding of sensor systems and instrumentation, ideally with NI and Beckhoff equipment
- Experience with control systems and software
- Hands-on workshop experience beneficial
- Fluent English oral and written
- High willingness to travel between RFA's test and launch sites in different countries in Europe for extended periods
We Offer
- International and dynamic New Space start-up environment
- Flexible working hours
- One day per week home office for full-time employees
- EGYM Wellpass health benefits
- 30 days annual leave and special leave days
- Regular company and team events
- Free parking for car or bike