Propulsion Test Technician Verified today
About Rocket Factory Augsburg
RFA builds small launch vehicles to deploy satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. We aim to create low-cost, flexible, and reliable access to space.
Your Tasks
- Serve as field test operator and technician during propulsion hot-fire campaigns
- Take responsibility for engine assembly processes and in-situ upgrades to test hardware
- Test integrated engines to determine acceptability for flight
- Assembly, integration, troubleshooting and commissioning of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Perform hardware reviews to evaluate the performance of test articles and stand systems (operations, quality, structural, fluids, electrical)
- Create, review, and optimize testing processes and procedures to increase test system capability and cadence
- Manage project execution within extremely short timelines
- Align resources and assign clear accountability for key objectives
- Create and maintain technical documentation
Your Qualifications
- Professional work experience and/or completed apprenticeship in Aerospace, Industrial Mechanic, Automotive Mechatronic, Agricultural and Construction Machinery Technician, or related mechanical field
- Hands-on experience with hardware assembly, including assembly manuals, technical drawings, and instrumentation plans
- Practical experience with test stands and associated operations, such as engine dynamometers, turbine test rigs, or rocket propulsion test stands
- Good understanding of fluid systems, including pneumatics and hydraulics (advantageous)
- Experience with instrumentation and sensors such as pressure transducers, temperature sensors, piezoelectric sensors, strain gauges, load cells, and flow meters (advantageous)
- Fluent written and spoken English for all day-to-day activities
- Willingness to travel and work flexibly across RFA's test and launch sites
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Calm, clear, and confident communication, including in high-pressure situations
What We Offer
- International and dynamic New Space start-up atmosphere
- Flexible working hours
- EGYM Wellpass health and fitness membership
- 30 days annual leave and special leave days
- Regular company and team events
- Free parking for car and bike