Rocket Factory Augsburg

Low-cost microlauncher for small satellites

Propulsion Test Engineer

PropulsionConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAugsburg, GermanyNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering, or a related discipline is required.
At least 3 years of work experience in space or aeronautical systems is required.
Experience operating and maintaining pneumatic and hydraulic components is required.
Practical hands-on experience from electrical or mechanical rocketry projects, through university teams, personal projects, or professional work, is required.
A strong understanding of rocket engine systems and fluid dynamics is required.
A strong understanding of sensor systems and instrumentation is required, ideally with NI and Beckhoff equipment.
Experience with control systems and software is required.
Fluent spoken and written English is required for day-to-day activities.
A high willingness to travel between RFA test and launch sites in different European countries for extended periods is required.

Responsibilities

Design and build test setups and test benches for propulsion systems.
Set up test benches and the necessary testing infrastructure hands-on.
Test specialized pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Develop test procedures and analyze test results.
Support development of new propulsion designs based on real test data.
Align resources to accomplish key objectives and assign clear accountability for important objectives.
Use testing, analysis, modelling, and simulation tools to estimate or calculate system performance.
Create technical documentation.

Desired Qualifications

Hands-on workshop experience is beneficial.

About Rocket Factory Augsburg

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA), we have one clear goal: to create low-cost, flexible, and reliable access to space. We specialize in building small launch vehicles designed to deploy satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we aim to revolutionize space services and help improve life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and become part of the team driving the New Space movement in Europe.

About the Team

Our international and agile team is searching for a motivated Propulsion Test Engineer (f/m/d) to support our Launch & Operations team. You enjoy working in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for high-performance engineering solutions in aerospace technology? Then apply with us.

Your Tasks

Design and build test setups and test benches for propulsion systems
Hands-on setup of test benches and necessary testing infrastructure
Test specialized pneumatic, electrical and mechanical systems
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Develop test procedures and analyze test results
Support the development of new propulsion design based on real test data
Align resources to accomplish key objectives, assign clear accountability for important objectives
Use various testing, analysis, modelling and simulation tools to estimate or calculate system performance
Create technical documentation

Your Qualifications

Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering or related discipline
3+ years work experience in space or aeronautical systems
Experience in operating and maintaining pneumatic and hydraulic components
Practical, hands-on experience from electrical or mechanical projects related to rocketry (through University teams, personal project or professional work)
Strong understanding of rocket engine systems and fluid dynamics
Strong understanding of sensor systems and instrumentation ideally with NI and Beckhoff equipment
Experience with control systems and software
Hands-on workshop experience is beneficial
Fluent English oral and written (all day-to-day activities are performed in English)
High willingness to travel between RFAs test and launch sites in different countries in Europe for extended periods of time

We Offer

	Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start-up
	Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours
	Home Office: Full-time employees benefit from one day per week home office
	Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with EGYM Wellpass
	Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and speacial leave days
	Team Culture: Join regular company and team events
	Parking: Free parking for your car or bike

Insights

Ready to take the next step?

Join RFA and help build one of Europe’s most efficient launch systems. Work alongside 300+ colleagues from over 40 countries and take ownership from day one.

If you’re looking to grow, take responsibility, and contribute to making space more accessible, we’d love to hear from you.

🚀 Apply now! We look forward to receiving your application in English.

About the Company

Rocket Factory Augsburg

Low-cost microlauncher for small satellites

Rocket Factory Augsburg provides flexible, low-cost launch services for small satellites, anchored by its RFA ONE launcher. The vehicle is a 30-meter three-stage rocket: nine Helix engines on the first stage, a vacuum-optimized Helix on the second stage, and a Redshift orbital transfer vehicle on the third stage to deploy satellites into different orbits. It cuts costs by applying automotive-style serial production and off-the-shelf components, aiming for roughly $3,000–$4,000 per kilogram. Its goal is to democratize access to space by enabling affordable, multi-orbit deployment for small-satellite missions.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $256.8M
Headquarters: Augsburg, Germany
Founded: 2018

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