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Mechanical Design & Routing Engineer, w at Isar Aerospace SE | Swiftcruit
You will be an integral part of the Avionics department, specifically the Harness & Structures team, that designs the complete Launch Vehicle harness, together with the in-house developed Avionics units and necessary enclosures. Doing so in close collaboration with the Avionics production and machining teams, as well as all relevant stakeholders from other departments.
You will be the product owner of mechanical design for several of our in-house developed Avionics units, both for the current and next generation of our Launcher. You will own the lifecycle of it, manage associated interfaces and ensure delivery on time, budget and scope. Interdisciplinary tasks and fast paced R&D are your daily business, and you thrive in that kind of environment.
Your Role in Our Space Mission
Carry out the mechanical design of Avionics Units. Aligning constantly with stakeholders such as the electrical designers as well as the interfacing system responsibles
Own the design and configuration of Avionics Units
Track relevant requirements and their verification. As well as developing overarching design rules relevant to the team or company-wide standards
Track design changes and adapt accordingly following the company processes
Collaborate with stakeholders (structures, propulsion, sensor, actuator teams) to align interfaces and requirements
Execute harness routing for our current and next generation Launcher. Planning, modeling, and documenting harness paths, including bundling, clamping, and routing in 3D environments
Generate support documentation for production, such as assembly instructions, harness drawings, work instructions, etc.
Design test fixtures, jigs and other assemblies to support development and testing
Identify and implement constant improvements to our processes to streamline operations and reduce costs together with potential errors
Interpret system-level diagrams and topologies
Support integration, testing and production activities, ensuring manufacturability and installation feasibility
Qualification Checklist
BSc/MSc in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
Extensive experience in mechanical design, development and documentation from concept to production
Proficiency in CAD software, such as SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NX
Extensive experience in production of metallic components and DFMA best practices
Experience in 3D harness design and routing, including bundling, clamping, and path definition
Strong understanding of fields affecting unit design such as Materials, Thermal, FEM analysis, etc.
Ability to interpret system-level diagrams and wiring schematics
Experience with testing methods for design validation such as vibration and shock
Effective communication and teamwork skills for cross-disciplinary collaboration
Fluency in English, both written and spoken
Bonus Skills
Familiarity with aerospace standards and practices for unit qualification and acceptance
Familiarity with aerospace harnessing standards and practices
Knowledge of harness manufacturability, installation, and maintenance considerations
Experience in CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NX) harnessing modules
Hands-on experience in harness assembly
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!
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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.
