Master Thesis Position - "Development of a Digital Launch Vehicle Camera", Avionics Hardware

Mission Brief

We are looking for an exceptionally motivated Master Thesis Candidate to develop the first iteration of Isar’s Digital Launch Vehicle Camera. From Requirement Definition to Unit Conceptualization to PCB & Enclosure Design to Functional & Environmental Testing, you will cover the complete development cycle of the Digital Camera in your Thesis. Interdisciplinary tasks and fast paced R&D are your daily business, and you thrive in that kind of environment.

Your Role in Our Space Mission

• Define a subset of requirements for your Digital Camera
• Conceptualize your Digital Camera Unit Hardware Design (Enclosure, Camera Hardware Selection, PCBA(s), internal connections, Electro-thermal Design)
• Design the Schematic and Layout in Altium Designer
• Functional Testing of your PCBA(s)
• Build-up of the first integrated Prototypes
• Conduct Environmental testing of your first Prototypes
• Work in close cooperation with our Software Department throughout the different stages of your thesis

Qualification Checklist

• Currently in your master’s degree in electrical engineering, Aerospace Engineering or comparable
• Previous Experience with PCB Design & Testing (3+ PCBAs designed and tested)
• Experience with Embedded Hardware Design
• Experience with DC/DC Converters
• Experience with MCAD Software and the design of simple mechanical parts
• Hands on mentality and can-do attitude
• Fluent in spoken and written English

Bonus Skills

• Experience in Altium Designer
• Previous Unit Design experience
• Experience in testing integrated electrical systems e.g. through student teams

Benefits

• Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
• Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket
• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
• Free snacks and drinks: Indulge in a variety of free snacks and beverages to keep you fuelled throughout the day
• Physical and mental well-being: Access via OpenUp the online support from certified psychologists and lifestyle experts at no cost to you and your family
• And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team.

Who we are

We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.

Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.

We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.

We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!

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