Propulsion Test Engineer (m/f/d)

Job Overview

Support of Space projects regarding development and testing of propulsion systems, from proposal phase to launch campaign

Key Responsibilities

• Writing of procedures and test plans as well as design and execution of gaseous, liquid and electrical functional tests of propulsion systems of a satellite or equipment tests or demonstrator tests
• Develop, build and advance test stands for development projects and execution of tests
• Specification, procurement, assembly and maintenance of test equipment
• Filling, pressurisation, drying from propulsion system or subassemblies
• Supervision and execution of system level tests at main area, tests centres and launch sites
• Support of subsystem engineering with test expertise
• Represent of results in front of project and/or customer
• Contribution of proposal for future satellite projects

Qualifications

• Completed studies (Bachelor or Master) in aerospace technologies, or equivalent qualification
• Experience in practical work, specially in AIT domain and testing of propulsion systems
• Familiarity with physical laws in hydraulic and pneumatic systems in static and dynamic behaviour
• Knowledge of test procedure writing and scripting of data acquisition software would be beneficial
• Knowledge of handling hazardous gases and/or liquids would be beneficial
• Knowledge of automated test equipment would be beneficial
• Willing to dive into new topics and understand complex topics
• Hands on mentality and think out of the box
• Organised way of working, but also flexible
• Willing to work extraordinary working times (out of core hours and days)
• Willing to travel
• Willing to work in teams and a good way of communication
• Fluent in written and spoken English, German language skills are advantageous
• Driver license class B (car)