Working Student, Propulsion (m/f/d)

Mission Brief

You’ll be part of the Combustion Devices team, specifically the Thrust Chamber Assembly (TCA) team. You’ll be part of a highly motivated team in a fast-paced environment with a focus on accelerating the design-built-test cycle. You’ll be responsible for conducting TCA and other combustion devices component tests, data handling and data analysis of these tests, as well as improvements of the process and test setup. 

Your Role in Our Space Mission

• Be responsible for water spray testing of TCA and combustion devices components including conducting tests, data handling and data analysis


• Owning and improving process and test setup of TCA and combustion devices component water spray tests


• Support thrust chamber assembly subscale or integrated engine hotfire tests including testing support, data handling and data analysis


• Support the team in other tasks including conduction of other development tests, data analysis code improvements, component modeling, CAD tasks and documentation 

Qualification Checklist 

• BSc/MSc in mechanical or aerospace engineering or comparable


• Excellent understanding of fluid dynamics and thermodynamics


• Hands-on experience in preparing and conducting rocket or aircraft engine or engine component tests


• Experience in data analysis of rocket or aircraft engine or engine component tests


• Experience in manufacturing of engine components (additive manufacturing experience preferred)


• Proficiency in Python, Matlab or comparable programming language


• Highly motivated, proactive, open-minded, willing to “get hands dirty” and eager to learn on the job


• Fluent in English 

Bonus Skills

• Experience in non-reacting and reacting CFD simulations (ANSYS Fluent preferred)


• Proficiency in 3D CAD programs (SolidWorks preferred) 

Benefits

• 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)


• Free snacks and drinks: Indulge in a variety of free snacks and beverages to keep you fuelled throughout the day


• Physical and mental well-being: Access via OpenUp the online support from certified psychologists and lifestyle experts at no cost to you and your family


• 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

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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.