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Rocket Factory Augsburg · Augsburg, Germany · Space Systems · first seen 2026-09-30
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About Rocket Factory Augsburg

Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) specializes in building small launch vehicles designed to deploy satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. We aim to create low-cost, flexible, and reliable access to space and revolutionize space services.

Your Tasks

  • Develop, update and maintain requirements and architecture of expendable and reusable launch vehicles and ground systems
  • Coordinate activities between various technical departments and interfaces: vehicle, propulsion, software, avionics, ground systems
  • Perform trade-offs on mass, cost, functionality, complexity and reliability for vehicle and ground systems
  • Contribute to creation and maintenance of design, test and operational documentation
  • Interpret test results and derive quantitative reliability of systems
  • Aid in formulation of tools and strategies to enhance operational efficiency of day-to-day engineering tasks
  • Manage and maintain verification and test cases for launch vehicle and ground systems

Your Qualifications

  • Degree in aerospace, mechanical or electrical engineering, physics or related discipline
  • 2 to 4 years work experience in aerospace industry
  • Knowledge of and passion for launch vehicle systems and operations
  • Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, control systems, fluid and structure mechanics, and instrumentation
  • Hands-on experience in student team projects or competitive events is advantageous
  • Good knowledge and practical experience with Python to create tools and automation scripts is beneficial
  • Experience with requirements engineering and risk analysis (FMECA/FTA) is beneficial
  • Fluent English oral and written; German is beneficial
  • Excellent problem solving and communication skills
  • Highly organized and proactive approach to work

What We Offer

  • International and dynamic New Space start-up atmosphere
  • 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

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