Key Responsibilities

Define and drive development activities for assigned work packages, including demonstrators, testing, and subcontracted work
Support requirements definition for structural systems and sub-systems
Develop preliminary concepts, structural sizing, and manufacturing approaches
Collaborate with performance and production teams to optimize design, performance, and manufacturability
Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful system integration
Define acceptance and qualification criteria and support manufacturing and testing activities

Basic Qualification

Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
5–8 years of experience in mechanical and structural design
Strong expertise in carbon-fiber composite structures, including sizing, failure modes, and manufacturing processes
Knowledge of structural adhesives and bonded joint design
Proactive, pragmatic, and solution-oriented mindset
Strong communication and organizational skills
Fluent in English

Desired Experience

Design and sizing of sandwich structures
Experience with prepreg composites and automated manufacturing technologies (AFP or filament winding)
Understanding of NDI methods, applications, and limitations
Proficiency with NX and Teamcenter

Benefits

€50 monthly Spendit Card – because it’s the little extras that make a difference
Christmas bonus on top
Job bike leasing for a sporty and sustainable commute
€60 gift for special occasions (birthday, wedding, birth of a child)
Regular team events – from Christmas parties to adventure offsites
30 days of vacation to fully recharge
Flexible working hours (flextime) to match your personal rhythm

1 day of remote work per week

Free coffee, tea & water – fuel for big ideas
Open, respectful feedback culture at eye level
Personal development opportunities through trainings, coaching & language courses
Buddy program with structured onboarding, including a welcome package
A diverse and inspiring startup environment, where talented people from over 16 nations collaborate to build something extraordinary
Hands-on involvement across end-to-end development processes in a fast-growing New Space startup

Location

2023, Baden-Württemberg registered by far the most patents in Germany. A total of 16,000 people work in LR BW member companies and generate an annual turnover of around 5 billion euros - and the trend is rising. The strength of Baden-Württemberg's aerospace industry lies in the integrated value chain from the screw to the research satellite.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HyImpulse is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age or disability.