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Team Lead (m/f/d) Production Engineering
Type: Full-time
Start date: immediately
Location: Neuenstadt am Kocher, Germany
Key responsibilities:
- Taking the lead of our highly skilled engineering team to push rocket production forward
- Provide technical expertise and support to ensure our production processes run smoothly
- Develop and implement innovative product designs, engineering processes and strategies to maximize the efficiency and quality of our rockets and engines
- Ensuring seamless collaboration between our development departments and production
- Responsibility for compliance with strict quality standards and safety guidelines
- Identifying optimization opportunities in designs and production processes and developing solutions to increase efficiency
Basic qualification:
- Successfully completed studies in the field of engineering, ideally with a focus on production technology or a comparable qualification
- Several years of professional experience in production and development, preferably in the aerospace industry
- Sound knowledge and practical experience in plant control, metalworking, fiber composite technology and mechatronics
- Proven experience in project management and leading interdisciplinary teams
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Business fluent in German and English
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
- 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. Last year, 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.
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Production Manager (m/f/d)
Type: Full-time
Start date: immediately
Location: Neuenstadt am Kocher, Germany
Key responsibilities:
- Technical management and support of our production team (less than 10 employees)
- Monitoring, control and coordination of work processes and production sequences
- Planning the use of machines, tools and equipment
- Final inspection of all activities carried out for completeness and quality according to defined standards
- Weak point analyses in collaboration with the production engineers
- Assignment to test and flight campaigns at home and abroad possible
Basic qualification:
- Successfully completed industrial foreman or technician training (m/f/d) or comparable qualification
- At least 5 years of professional and management experience in a similar position
- Experience with CNC lathes or milling machines is an advantage
- High level of commitment as well as leadership and motivation skills
- Good MS Office skills
- Business fluent English is an advantage
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
- 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. Last year, 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.
Ready for your future? Apply now, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Testing Infrastructure Development Engineer - Ottobrunn (Munich) (m/f/d)
Type: Full-time
Start date: immediately
Location: Ottobrun
Key responsibilities:
- Design and operation of fluid systems and test benches for rocket engines and space propulsion systems
- Development and integration of test bench modifications and expansions
- Operation of test benches both at the Shetland Test Facility and the DLR Lampoldshausen Facility
- Post-Processing of data from experimental campaigns and technical reporting
- System Design (mechanical, electrical, fluid) and selection of technical component
Basic qualification:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field
- Very good understanding of test facilities, feed lines, fluid components and effects related to cryogenic liquids and compressed gases
- Very good understanding of data acquisition systems and different sensor types
- Understanding of cryogenic, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Previous experience in fluid system design and ability to analyze and solve complex problems
- Know-how in rocket propulsion and fluid dynamics
- Professional working proficiency in English
Experience :
- Practical experience in rocket propulsion testing and handling of cryogenic fluids
- Understanding of electrical systems and knowledge of mechatronics is an advantage
- Previous experience on fluid systems preferably in industries such as aerospace, power & energy, process technology is beneficial
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations is beneficial
- Knowledge of the German language is beneficial
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
- 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
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.
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Composite Structures Engineer - Glasgow, Scotland (m/f/d)
Type: Full-time / Part-time and flexible working considered
Start date: Negotiable
Location: Glasgow, Scotland
We are looking for an experienced composite engineer to join our growing UK team in Scotland. You will take part in the development and testing of the propellant tanks of our orbital launch vehicle.
HyImpulse
HyImpulse’s mission is to unlock the full potential of the small satellite industry in Europe and globally by providing sustainable small satellite launch services powered by unique hybrid propulsion systems. This is an exciting time to join the company, we are rapidly expanding, the European trailblazer in hybrid propulsion development. We are set to launch our flight demonstrator, a sounding rocket, early next year and now accelerating the pace of the orbital vehicle programme. The next phase is to complete development of our three-stage launch vehicle powered by the same hybrid propulsion system which will provide launch services for the rapidly expanding, global small satellite market. Our primary launch site partner will be SaxaVord Spaceport located on Unst, the most Northerly Island of the United Kingdom.
The position
HyImpulse is now looking for an experienced Structural Engineer to accelerate progress on our launch vehicle ahead of first launch. This is an exciting time to join the company, with the sounding rocket flight due in early 2024 and in the midst of orbital launcher development. You will be leading the development of HyImpulse’s propellant tanks, mainly using composite materials. Starting from the current design for our prototype, your focus will be the design of a lightweight, state of art liquid oxygen tank and its qualification campaign for use on our future launcher. As such, you will be in close relations with the systems design team, testing team as well as our industrial partners for manufacturing. You will participate in all the stages of the process, through design, manufacturing and qualification. We are seeking exceptional candidates for this role who are passionate about rockets, ready to work in a fast-paced environment and take on challenging projects.
Key responsibilities:
- Preliminary and detailed design of composite, cryogenic tanks
- Prediction of failure modes and margins of safety
- Definition of requirements and load cases
- Definition of a test plan for qualification
- Interface with multiple sub-systems and external partners
Basic qualification:
- Master’s degree in mechanical, material engineering or similar
- Excellent theoretical knowledge of composite materials
- Professional working proficiency in English
- We are looking for someone who is proactive, is a critical thinker and who can tackle new challenges with curiosity and enthusiasm.
Experience :
- 3+ years of experience with composite materials
- Experience in sizing structures under cryogenic conditions
- Experience in fatigue analysis
- Will be appreciated:
- Experience in pressure vessel design and testing
- Experience with ECSS standards
- Knowledge about space systems and launch vehicles
- Proficiency with Fusion 360 and Ansys workbench
- Experience with Python
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
- 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
This role will be based in Glasgow, Scotland and at occasionally there may be requirements to travel to our facilities in Neuenstadt am Kocher, Germany or our test and launch facilities in Shetland. Glasgow has a strong aerospace and advanced manufacturing community with world class small satellite manufacturers, HyImpulse’s potential customers, located there. More satellites are built in Glasgow than any other place outside California, a dynamic and thriving environment in which to join a New Space company. Ranked number 2 UK city for work-life balance (Startups Cities Index 2022), low housing and living costs, high internet speeds – a city internationally recognised for its openness, resilience, trust and friendliness, Glasgow is one of the top destinations for science, engineering innovation and design in Europe. From top events, attractions and cultural festivals to the city’s iconic music venues, a diverse and award-winning food and drink scene and the largest retail destination in the UK outside of London, there is plenty to keep everyone entertained. Over 90 parks and gardens, city cycling routes, the River Clyde, and the Clyde and Forth Canal, offers urban tranquillity as well as the welcome buzz of a city. Beyond Glasgow’s thriving urban social scene, it is the perfect base to explore Scotland. Stunning scenery in the form of rolling hills, glens and lochs are reachable within half an hour’s drive of the city centre and outdoor sports such as hillwalking, climbing, sailing, hiking and mountain biking are popular weekend pursuits.
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, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age or disability.
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Test Bench Engineer - Neuenstadt (m/f/d)
Type: Full-time
Start date: immediately
Location: Neuenstadt
Key responsibilities:
- Design and operation of fluid systems and test benches for rocket engines and space propulsion systems
- Development and integration of test bench modifications and expansions
- Project management, timeline definition, activities definition, taking care of communication with partners, agencies and gov. authorities
- Planing of test activities and participation to test campaigns, both at the Shetland Test Facility and the DLR Lampoldshausen Facility
- Post-Processing of data from experimental campaigns and technical reporting
- Selection of technical components and system Design
Basic qualification:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field
- Very good understanding of test facilities, feed lines, fluid components and effects related to cryogenic liquids and compressed gases
- Understanding of cryogenic, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Previous experience in mechanical design and CAD software
- Previous experience in fluid system design and ability to analyze and solve complex fluid system design problems
- Knowledge of different sensor types and data acquisition systems
- Know-how in rocket propulsion and fluid dynamics
- Experience in projects coordination and management
- Professional working proficiency in English
Experience:
- Practical experience in rocket propulsion testing and handling of cryogenic fluids
- Understanding of electrical systems and knowledge of mechatronics is an advantage
- Previous experience on fluid systems preferably in industries such as aerospace, power & energy, process technology is beneficial
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations is beneficial
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
- 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. Last year, 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.
Ready for your future? Apply now, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..