Mission Brief

We deliver the half of the rocket that stays on the ground. As Senior Mechanical Ground Systems Engineer at the Ground Systems department of Isar Aerospace, you will take part in shaping the development of the Ground Systems infrastructure. This includes ground equipment such as the Launch Table, Transporter/Erector, and Hold-Down-Release Mechanism as fundamental parts of the Launchpad, but also the design of equipment for Testing Facilities, R&D, qualification and acceptance of propulsion systems and rocket stages. You will work in close cooperation with other engineering departments as well, such as Propulsion Technology and Launch Vehicle, since their requirements drive the design of the ground support equipment.

Your Role in Our Space Mission

Reporting directly to the Manager, Mechanical Ground Systems the engineer's tasks are focused on but not necessarily limited to:

Taking responsibility, ownership and accountability for mechanical (sub)systems as part of larger projects
Managing requirements proactively between stakeholders for own (sub)systems as part of larger projects and defining Engineering Change Requests
Advising colleagues on matters of design of mechanical/structural ground systems, when applicable
Designing, planning and iterating mechanical and/or structural (sub)systems by means of calculation/CAD tools and numerical simulations
Creating manufacturing and integration drawings including BOMs for practically manufacturable (sub)systems
Performing trade-offs from subsystem level up to entire architectural approaches
Selecting and procuring suitable hardware for (sub)systems based on requirements
Writing technical documentation, conducting (sub)system design reviews and risk assessments
Support the planning of commissioning procedures/activities and providing support to operation crews with respect to commissioning activities during commissioning of owned (sub)systems
Travel activity to construction and test sites for on-site coordination tasks

Qualification Checklist

B.Sc./M.Sc. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent
3-5 years of relevant professional experience in the field of mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or equivalent
Knowledge in the field of structural/mechanical engineering for heavy (steel) structures
Strong practical experience with Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, Siemens NX or similar 3D CAD software incl. GD&T and design for manufacturing/assembly
Good knowledge of mechanisms engineering: kinematics, engagement mechanisms, leverages, actuation
Good knowledge of manufacturing processes and assembly procedures
Strong analytical skills and ability to apply theoretical knowledge to find practical solutions for engineering challenges
Hands-on integration, testing, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis

Soft skills

Adjusting self-sufficiently and quickly to changing work environment and priorities given by management, supporting the team
Highly organized, efficient and effective team player with high attention to detail
Proactive, open, effective, and constructive communication also in stressful situations
Ability of self-criticism and assessing own strengths and weaknesses
English, fluent

Bonus Skills

German, fluent
Knowledge of rocket propulsion technology and/or test facility and launch pad design for aerospace applications
Knowledge of mechanical aspects of process plant engineering
Structural, thermal, vibration analysis experience in Ansys, NASTRAN or similar
Experience with hydraulic system design
Experience with systems designed for outdoor, ideally offshore environments

Benefits

Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period
Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket