Test Engineer (m/f/d)

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) we have one goal: create low-cost, flexible and reliable access to space. We specialize in the creation of small launcher solutions designed for deploying satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we want to revolutionize space services and help enhance life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and be part of the team leading the New Space movement in Europe!

For temporary employment of 12 months, Rocket Factory Augsburg AG in Augsburg is looking for an exceptionally motivated test engineer (f/m/d) to join our special-projects rocketry team. This is a rare opportunity allowing you to be involved in demanding prototyping efforts that are supported by major, time-and-cost-critical test campaigns allowing us to close short-iteration development cycles at fast pace. You will work in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for excellence by creating high-performance engineering solutions while keeping prototyping and production costs at an absolute minimum.

Your Tasks

• Test specialized pneumatic, electrical and mechanical systems
• Develop test procedures and plan for testing activities
• Comply with occupational health and safety rules
• Find most cost-and-time-effective strategy for yielding relevant test results

Your Qualifications

• Degree in engineering and/or related discipline
• Ideally a completed trade in the engineering sector
• 5+ years of experience
• Strong understanding of sensor systems
• Strong experience using National Instruments equipment or comparable
• Strong experience using the Labview software package or comparable
• Experience with NX (preferred) or a similar CAD package
• Mechanical aptitude for manual metal working machines and equipment
• Outstanding passion for engineering, as clearly demonstrated by the vast number of extracurricular projects and activities
• International experience working abroad
• You are a quick learner and can adapt to new tools and environments
• Practical, hands-on experience from electrical or mechanical projects (through university, personal or other)
• Fluent English oral and written (all day-to-day activities are performed in English)
• Self-independent and a structured way of working
• High social intelligence and drive to jump-in and help wherever needed

We offer

Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start-up

Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours

Home Office: Full-time employees benefit from 1 day per week home office

Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with WellPass, a training app which connects you to thousands of gyms and studios

Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and special leave days

RFA Family: Join our regular company and team events and become part of the RFA family

Parking: Free parking for your car and your bike

This is the perfect opportunity to take on an exciting new challenge and be part of the leading private company in the new European space race. You'll get to work with over 300 employees from more than 44 countries and have the opportunity to accelerate your professional and personal development.

Ready to make history with us?

Apply now! We're looking forward to receiving your application in German or English.

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG
Human Resources

Questions regarding this posting? We are available under hr@rfa.space.

About the company

OHB SE is a European multinational technology corporation.