Mission Brief

The Manufacturing Engineer CAD will hold responsibility for CAD related topics in the Production Engineering team and will check the readiness for production of parts, assemblies, and methods. Further, you will define respective assembly and test jigs as well as Ground Support Equipment (GSE) . Work closely with internal and external key stakeholders, regarding technical support, striving for best-in-class products and business practices. Building a rocket, we have the following key production processes: additive manufacturing, CNC turning and milling, assembly processes, carbon fibre composites, electronics manufacturing and welding. Some of the processes are fully automated. Our machine park includes only the most advanced and latest machinery and equipment.

Your Role in Our Space Mission:

• Check models, assemblies and manufacturing methods and challenge possible difficulties before production release
• Approach colleagues in charge for the respective manufacturing methods to ensure technical feasibility and highest quality standards from early on
• Support engineers to design components in accordance to internal manufacturing constraints and standards
• Ongoing support in improvement of more efficient manufacturing and automization
• Design equipment such as mounting fixtures, cleaning fixtures, or similar (Create CAD models and drawings)
• Design and Implement Ground Support Equipment such as Jigs (Create CAD models and drawings, end-to-end from quote to build up and integration checks)
• Create Manufacturing Bill of Material (mBOM) and Bill of Process (BOP)

Qualification Checklist

• B.sc/M.sc in an Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or apprenticeship with at least five years of relevant experience
• Strong practical experience with CAD Software (e.g. SolidWorks, NX or similar)
• Strong knowledge in various manufacturing methods (e.g. milling, turning, metal sheet, carbon fiber or Additive Manufacturing)
• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience in work preparation
• Results orientated with ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines
• Resilient, self-motivated and able to work well under pressure
• Lean production knowledge
• Highly organised and proactive with high attention to detail
• Can-do attitude and outstanding communication skills fluent in English, German is a plus

Bonus Skills

• Experience in CAD standards (e.g. DIN, EN, ISO)

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
• Rental clothing with laundry service: Enjoy hassle-free workwear with our convenient rental clothing and laundry service
• 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.