Launch Operations Technician (m/f/d)
About the role
Mission Brief
As a Launch Operations Technician, you will join our team on the beautiful arctic island of Andøya to perform test and launch campaigns of our Spectrum launch vehicle. For these campaigns you will closely work together with the local operations team, and support teams from our German headquarters. Besides the test and launch campaigns you will be carrying out improvement and maintenance activities for our launch site infrastructure, as well as preparatory work like creating procedures and processes to ensure smooth, safe and efficient operations.
You will play a crucial role in creating reliable access to space from mainland Europe.
Your Role in Our Space Mission
- Keep the ground infrastructure and machinery (Pad, AIT, workshops, etc.) operational, ready to test and launch, and compliant with regulatory requirements by developing and executing maintenance plans
- Implement changes to and continuously improve our infrastructure and processes to ensure safe, smooth and efficient operations
- Support test and launch campaigns of our Spectrum vehicle form preparing the pad for operation, over hands-on trouble shooting, to operating parts of the ground systems
- Manufacture custom mechanical parts or assemblies for usage in our facilities
- Take care of our workshops and equipment
- Join the industrial safety/first responder team
Qualification Checklist
- Completed vocational training in a mechanical or technical position
- Excellent teamwork
- Knowledge of gas/fluid bolting techniques
- Spatial awareness and good technical understanding
- High attention to detail and quality
- Ability to work under pressure and in a highly dynamic environment
- Foundational knowledge of computer and software applications
- Well organized mode of working
- Physical dexterity is required as working in confined spaces is necessary (including the ability to lift 25kg without assistance)
- Driver’s license class B (3.5t)
- Fluent in English (Norwegian and/or German are helpful)
Bonus Skills
- Any type of additional licenses (e.g. forklift, craning, trucks)
- Additional manufacturing skills (e.g. milling, lathing)
- Basic welding skills
- Experience working with hazardous materials or systems under pressure
- First aid/industrial safety training
Benefits
- Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
- 6 weeks of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
- Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
- Relocation support: Benefit from our relocation bonus with deductible expenses up to an agreed amount
- Wellness allowance: Stay healthy and fit with our yearly allowance for wellness activities (e.g., Gym, Massages)
- Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
- 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
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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.
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