Working Student – Piping System, Propulsion (m/f/d)
About the role
Mission Brief
The Integrated Engine Design team shapes the architecture of the Sea Level and Vacuum engines. Integrates every subsystem into one compact, reliable package, and designs, analyzes, and tests the piping and structural components that keep the engine together and performing as it should.
As a Working Student, you will be contributing to the development and modeling of the piping system of our latest engines, including secondary lines and sensor capillaries . You will work and have impact on flight hardware, and will get to see your designs move from CAD to manufacturing and testing.
Your Role in Our Space Mission
- Model secondary lines in 3D based on fluid schematics
- Prepare drawings and take the designs through the hardware approval process
- Track manufacturing orders and external procurement of piping components
- Run clearance and accessibility checks within the engine
- Support with the implementation of Engineering Change Requests for active designs
- Help the IED team with general CAD tasks
Qualification Checklist
- Enrolled in a bachelor’s program in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, in at least your third semester.
- Hands-on 3D modelling experience from internships, university projects or student teams.
- Good knowledge of CAD tools, ideally Siemens NX.
- Pragmatic, focused, and able to meet design release dates.
- Good understanding of fluid and mechanical systems, with the ability to turn a concept into a design.
- Clear communication and enjoyment of collaborating with colleagues across teams.
- Fluent English
Bonus Skills
- Hands-on experience with piping or tubing
- Knowledge about manufacturing principles and GD&T
- You are familiar with rocket engine fluid schematics
- Experience with engine instrumentation
Benefits
- Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
- Flexible mobility budget : Travel your way with a choice between a fully financed Deutschlandticket or a fuel allowance
- 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
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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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The application
Your details and CV, then 10 questions (2 written).
- 1.Are you legally entitled to work in the country you are applying in?Yes or no
- 2.Select your citizenship(s) (both present and past)Pick any (196 options)
- 3.Are you currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in Germany?Yes or no
- 4.Earliest Starting Date:Short answer
- 5.I hereby declare that I am legal of age and the information provided about my citizenship(s) is true, correct and complete. I also understand that false statements in this regard may render for refusal of the application or, in case of a suYes or no
- 6.Salary expectation (gross/monthly in EUR)Short answer
- 7.Country of birthPick any (196 options)
- 8.Are you severely disabled or equivalent to a severely disabled person?Pick one: No selection · Disabled
- 9.Describe a CAD project or model you have been involved in. What was your contribution, and what part are you most proud of?Written answer
- 10.Assume you have modelled a tube route from a fluid schematic, but it clashes with a bracket. How would you solve this issue?Written answer
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