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(Senior) Propulsion Development Engineer (m/f/d)

🇩🇪 Ottobrunn, Bavaria, Germany
Category
Hardware & Systems
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
Senior

Job Description

As Propulsion Development Engineer in the Engine Valves Team, you will design and procure valves for the propulsion system. This includes creating CAD models and drawings, overseeing production and testing from prototypes to serial production, and managing requirements. You will be actively involved in prototyping and development testing and may need to travel to Isar’s test and launch facility locations.

Your Role in Our Space Mission:

  • Define the requirements and specifications for the valve in collaboration with the involved Propulsion teams

  • Calculate and design valves based on requirements and conduct design reviews

  • Prepare and organize the manufacturing of valves and address manufacturing issues

  • Oversee and optimize the assembly of your valves

  • Plan, supervise, and evaluate valve tests, including development acceptance, qualification, and integrated testing

  • Participate in and supervise integrated system tests and analyze the data

  • Ensure component and system performance and reliability throughout the valves’ lifecycles by development tests, design reviews, and post-test data analysis.

Qualification Checklist

  • M.Sc. or M.Eng. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field Hands-on experience with testing preparation, operation, and post-test data review

  • Experience with machining processes, creating drawings, and CAD software (preferably SolidWorks or Siemens NX)

  • Expertise in the development of solenoid valves and associated electrical circuits

  • Knowledge of Python or similar programming languages

  • General understanding of rocket design

  • Ability to collaborate effectively on multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams

  • Willing to travel to support launching and testing operations

  • Fluent in English

Bonus Skills

  • Experience in valve or rocket engine development

  • Hands-on testing experience with fluid systems, including cryogenic fluids and oxygen compatibility

  • Knowledge of technical drawing standards and materials science,

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--age children

  • And Much More! Discover additional perks and

Skills & Technologies

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Posted August 31, 2025

Company Info

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Isar Aerospace

German launch service company developing Spectrum, a two-stage liquid-fueled rocket for launching sm...

Industries
Aerospace & SpaceManufacturing & Production
Founded2018
Company Size201-500
HeadquartersOttobrunn, Germany

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