Manager Propulsion Valves (m/f/d)

Mission Brief

As Team Lead, Propulsion Valves, you will be responsible for the design and development of valves and other fluid control components of the engine and on-board fluid system including design, manufacturing, and testing.

Your Role in Our Space Mission

• Be responsible for developing the technological roadmap, design tools and fluid control hardware and fulfilling and/or delivering it according to the timelines of the company
• Lead, coordinate and coach the Propulsion Valve Team. This includes recruitment, performance evaluations and growth-management
• Collaborate with other Propulsion teams as well as other Launch Vehicle teams to improve processes and to ensure product integration
• Collaborate with manufacturing team to ensure that the designs are successfully translated into hardware
• Manage short and long term development schedules of engine and fluid system valves and other fluid control components
• Plan and organize test campaigns, design changes / iterations and test / data reviews
• Decide for hiring and technological decisions of propulsion valve related topics
• Report directly to Director Propulsion
• Coordinate team’s work packages and track system development progress
• Act as a role model for own and other teams portraying a positive image and a superb work ethic

Qualification Checklist

• Master’s degree or higher in an Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar Engineering
• At least 5 years of experience in rocket propulsion / fluid control equipment development
• Demonstrated expertise in cryogenic propulsion systems and especially in valves and fluid control equipment, proven involvement in practical development activities
• Demonstrated deep domain knowledge with fluid control design, development and testing
• Experience with leading a multi-disciplinary team
• Hands-on experience on rocket propulsion development
• Proven success in developing complex systems
• Proven ability to manage risk and uncertainty for self and team within a dynamic priority-setting environment
• Initiative, autonomy, and self-development
• Passion for rocket propulsion and space
• Ability to effectively collaborate on multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams
• Highly organized and proactive with high attention to detail
• Technical presentation and reporting skills
• Fluent in English and in German

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

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.