Senior Avionics Hardware Engineer (m/f/d)

Isar Aerospace

Mission Brief  You will be an integral part of the Avionics department, specifically the Avionics Power Systems team, responsible for the on-board energy storage systems and power distribution of the vehicle.   You will take ownership of the power system for the next vehicle iteration. 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. When Spectrum launches, you will be the person that ensured robust power supply of the vehicle.   Your Role in Our Space Mission  * Be the product owner of the Power System for the next iteration of Spectrum consisting of Power Distribution Unit, Batteries and Ground interfaces * Develop and own the all-new high reliability Power Distribution Unit, planned for the new vehicle iteration. * Take on Power Distribution Unit Owner tasks including design, qualification & acceptance testing, as well as integration and return analysis. * Own all interfaces of your product across its lifecycle, from design to manufacturing to verification and integration, including all technical and programmatic interfaces. * Own and maintain the Power flow simulation model for the current generation of Spectrum * Plan, execute, and evaluate integrated Power System tests at unit, subsystem, and vehicle level. * Plan and conduct vehicle integration and testing for your products, both in Germany and on the launch pad * Maintain, challenge and verify Power System requirements. * Lead Power System failure analysis, including root cause investigations, anomaly resolution, and corrective actions Qualification Checklist  * BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering, Energy Science and Technology or comparable * 5+ years of working experience with complex PCBs, electronic and power systems * Excellent knowledge of power electronics, semiconductors and solid-state power controllers * Excellent knowledge of circuit theory and signal processing * Extensive experience in E-CAD tools (Schematic & Layout Design), preferably Altium Designer * Extensive experience in verification of complex circuitry, such as embedded systems, DCDC converter and analog frontends * Extensive experience in Matlab and Simulink * Hands-On mentality, can-do attitude * Fluent in spoken and written English  Bonus Skills * Previous product ownership * Experience with Li-ion batteries * Experience in embedded software 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! Want to find out more about us? Visit www.isaraerospace.com   Data Protection We process your personal data for the purpose of managing the recruitment process and assessing your application. For detailed information on how your data is processed, including your rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy. 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. We use Metaview to record interview audio so our team can review it later and stay focused during the conversation. We will record interviews only if you opt in. Please note that we will request your consent separately during the interview process. Participation is completely voluntary and will not affect your application in any way. For more information on how we process your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.

Isar Aerospace

Mission Brief  You will be an integral part of the Avionics, Guidance, Navigation & Control (AGNC) department, specifically the Harness & Structures team, that designs the complete Launch Vehicle harness in close collaboration with the in-house harnessing production team as well as all relevant stakeholders from other departments. You will be the product owner of the Launch Vehicle Harnesses belonging to the 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 electrical design of harnesses. Starting from the harness architecture through a complete electrical schematic * Develop the harness architecture according to the Launcher requirements and design guidelines * Own the design and configuration of Launch Vehicle harnesses * Interpret system-level diagrams to ensure harness compatibility across subsystems * Engineer harnesses with attention to pinning, shielding, routing, and EMI/EMC compliance * Generate manufacturing files and documentation (e.g., BOMs, harness testing files, etc.) * Track design changes and adapt harnesses accordingly * Collaborate with stakeholders (structures, propulsion, sensor, actuator teams) to align interfaces and requirements * Support integration and production activities, ensuring manufacturability and installation feasibility * Collaborate in maintaining the sensor and actuator database up to date for harness integration consistency Qualification Checklist  * BSc/MSc in Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace Engineering, or related field * Extensive experience in harness design, sizing, and documentation from concept to production * Proficiency with SolidWorks Electrical, Capital, or similar tools is required * Strong understanding of EMI/EMC challenges and mitigation strategies * Ability to interpret system-level diagrams and wiring schematics * Knowledge of harness manufacturability, installation, and maintenance considerations * Experience with electrical testing methods for harness validation * Effective communication and teamwork skills for cross-disciplinary collaboration * Fluency in English, both written and spoken Bonus Skills * Familiarity with aerospace harnessing standards and practices * Experience in RF harnessing applications * Experience in CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NX), including harnessing modules * Experience in 3D harness design and routing, including bundling, clamping, and path definition * 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! Want to find out more about us? Visit www.isaraerospace.com Data Protection We process your personal data for the purpose of managing the recruitment process and assessing your application. For detailed information on how your data is processed, including your rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy. 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.

Isar Aerospace

Mission Brief  You will be responsible for the vibroacoustic environment definition of our rocket, ranging from analytical predictions and simulations to instrumentation planning and testing. You will also lead the processing and interpretation of test data. The decisions you make will directly support the qualifications of flight hardware and will play a key role in guiding design choices, ultimately enhancing the performance and reliability of our systems. Your Role in Our Space Mission:  * Performing vibroacoustic analysis throughout the vehicle in the launch and ascent phases of the flight to obtain vibroacoustic environments for vehicle components, as well as payload compartment. * Being responsible for vibroacoustic instrumentation, including selection of the sensors, selection of the location and documentation. * Vibroacoustic data processing from analysis, tests or flight and creation of environmental test specs. * Supporting ground shock tests, modal tests, vibration tests including test planning, instrumentation selection etc. * Being responsible for vibration & shock isolator selection and any other applicable vibration reduction means and supporting the validation tests of the designs. * Managing qualification status of the units for vibration and shock. Test tailoring for avionics and propulsion equipment and managing mechanical loads documentation for FTS, RTS and other units, supporting environmental compliance analysis utilizing comparative damage analysis, qualification by analysis/similarity studies and reducing the number of vibration and shock tests. * Performing normal modes, frequency response, random response, shock response and coupled load analyses by FE codes (such as Optistruct, Nastran or similar) as well as construction of FE models (in Hypermesh or Simcenter).   Qualification Checklist  * Degree in the field of Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, or similar * 8+ years of relevant experience in the field of aerospace with focus on vibroacoustic * High degree of independence and confidence in assessing and trading design risks * Holistic perspective on development of systems * Highly organized and proactive with high attention to detail * Good communication and organizational skills * Fluent in English Bonus Skills * Experience with Actran and/or Wave6 * Experience with nCode 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! Want to find out more about us? Visit www.isaraerospace.com Data Protection We process your personal data for the purpose of managing the recruitment process and assessing your application. For detailed information on how your data is processed, including your rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy. 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. We use Metaview to record interview audio so our team can review it later and stay focused during the conversation. We will record interviews only if you opt in. Please note that we will request your consent separately during the interview process. Participation is completely voluntary and will not affect your application in any way. For more information on how we process your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy