Lead Engineer Integrated Engine Design - Propulsion (m/f/d)
Isar Aerospace SEOttobrunn, Bavaria, Germany · Posted 8 months agoDescription
Mission Brief
As Manager of Integrated Engine Design – Propulsion, you will lead the design of engine structures and piping, oversee structural analysis across propulsion systems, manage hardware budgets, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery.
Your Role in Our Space Mission:
- Develop the technological roadmap for engine structures and piping hardware and deliver designs on schedule.
- Oversee structural analysis of propulsion hardware, including tool development for thermo-mechanical, thermal, dynamic, and fatigue analysis.
- Define engine dynamic behaviour and ensure compliance with subsystem requirements through test data analysis.
- Collaborate with DFMA and manufacturing to ensure designs are successfully translated into hardware and plan test campaigns, design iterations, and data reviews.
- Lead and coach the Integrated Engine Design team, including recruitment, performance evaluations, and career development.
- Manage development schedules, work packages, and track system progress for the team.
- Make hiring and technology decisions for integrated engine design topics and assist with financial planning and budgeting for hardware, software, and testing.
- Serve as a role model for your team and others, demonstrating professionalism and a strong work ethic.
Qualification Checklist
- Master’s degree or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related Engineering field. ·
- 4+ years of experience in rocket engine development.
- Expertise in cryogenic propulsion systems and complete engine assembly.
- Strong background in structural design, development, and testing of propulsion hardware.
- Hands-on experience with structural components such as regeneratively cooled chambers, rotating parts, and engine structures.
- Proven ability to manage risk and adapt in dynamic, fast-changing environments.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and effective in cross-functional collaboration.
- Fluent in English.
Bonus Skills
- German skills
- Experience with ANSYS, Siemens SimCenter, NX and PLM software
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
- Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
- Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
- Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children
- 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!
Want to find out more about us?
Visit www.isaraerospace.com
Disclaimer
Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
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