Launch Vehicle Systems Engineer (m/f/d)

Permanent employee, Full-time · Neuenstadt

Key Responsibilities
  • Generate and manage system, subsystems and interface requirements and budgets
  • Drive trade-off and technical investigations at system level
  • Coordinate technical development and plans such as design, testing, integration, etc..
  • Act proactively in assessing risks related to mission, technologies, and development
  • Report development updates and design deviations to the project manager 
  • Maintain an overview on quality
  • Support project manager in assessing timeline and costs 
Basic Qualification
  • Masters´ degree in Aerospace Engineering or comparable
  • Strong knowledge and/or experience in launch vehicle or propulsion development
  • Ability to work independently
  • Collaborative spirit
  • Strong planning and organizational skills
  • Problem solving mentality
  • Fluent oral and written English
Desired Experience
  • 3+ years of experience as a System Engineer for a specific subsystem or the whole spacecraft
  • Knowledge and/or experience in chemical propulsion preferable
  • Knowledge and/or experience in fluid mechanics, mechanical design, thermo-mechanics appreciated
  • Professional experience in R&D within the space industry 
  • Experience in subsystem integration and interface requirements
  • Experience in definition of margins across project reviews
  • Confident using the following tools: MS Office, Valispace or similar, CAD software
Benefits
  • An exciting work environment encompassing the development, construction, and operation of hybrid rockets
  • Flexible working time (flextime), 30 days of holiday
  • Hybrid working / Homeoffice / mobile working 
  • Christmas bonus
  • VISA credit card with €50 credit per month which can be used for retail purchases
  • Bike-Leasing
  • Performance incentives possible
  • Professional skills development through further training opportunities
  • A diverse and inspiring work environment where talented individuals from over 16 nations come together to achieve greatness
  • Direct contribution and participation in the end-to-end development processes of a growing New Space start-up
Location
Our location in Neuenstadt in the region of Heilbronn offers an ideal combination of rural charm and urban quality of life. Located in the heart of Baden-Württemberg, the region is characterized by its excellent traffic connections and diverse opportunities for leisure activities. Discover the advantages of this dynamic and liveable environment and benefit from a good work-life balance.
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.
About us
HyImpulse is developing launch vehicles based on innovative hybrid propulsion technology and is constantly pushing boundaries beyond the limits within multiple disciplines to provide competitive low-cost and sustainable access to space. We are looking for exceptional talents who are passionate about rockets, ready to work in a fast-paced environment and take on challenging projects.
We look forward to receiving your application!

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