Avionics Technician

Mission Brief

As an Avionics Technician within the AIT team, you will play a critical role in the final assembly, integration, and checkout of our launch vehicle's avionic and electromechanical systems. You will be responsible for routing and installing complex wire harnesses, integrating precision sensors and avionics units, and supporting critical test operations. This role requires a high degree of craftsmanship, working with both advanced composite and metallic structures, and operating safely around high-pressure and cryogenic fluid systems.

Your Role in Our Space Mission:

Key Responsibilities

• Harness Routing & Installation: Route, secure, and install complex vehicle wire harnesses in accordance with engineering drawings and aerospace standards. 
• Structural Bonding & Adhesives: Prepare surfaces and bond ClickBond clips and standoffs to metallic and composite structures. Apply aerospace-grade adhesives. 
• Avionics Unit Installation: Install and mechanically secure telemetry modules, batteries, and other avionics enclosures.
• Precision Mechanical Assembly: Use torque wrenches and calibrated hand tools to mate structural and electrical components, ensuring strict adherence to torque specifications and engineering drawings.
• Crimping & Soldering: Perform high-reliability crimping, pinning, and soldering on flight connectors and wire splices. 
• Rework & Modification: Execute precise rework and modifications on existing wire harnesses, connectors, and pinouts based on engineering change orders.
• Sensor Installation & Checkout: Install and connect critical flight sensors (pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, accelerometers, etc.) and verify functionality.
• Fluid Connections: Install fluid lines using Swagelok fittings and components for instrumentation and purging systems.
• Hazardous Operations Support: Work in close proximity to or directly interface avionics components with Cryogenic Liquid Oxygen (LOX) and Liquid Propellant (LPP) systems, adhering to strict cleanliness (oxygen clean) and safety protocols.
• Electrical Checkouts: Utilize multimeters, megohmmeters, and specialized test equipment to perform continuity, isolation, and bonding checks.
• Testing & Troubleshooting: Conducting integrated system testing and pre-launch checkouts alone or alongside test engineers

Qualifications & Skills

• Completed vocational training as an aircraft mechanic, specializing in avionics technician, maintenance technician or comparable training in accordance with the requirements 
• Proven experience as an avionics, electrical, or electromechanical technician in aerospace, aviation, or high-reliability manufacturing.
• Proficient with precision hand tools, calibrated torque wrenches, and electrical test equipment (multimeters).
• Experience working on both carbon fiber/composite and aluminum aerostructures.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace crimping, soldering, and harness manufacturing standards.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, wire lists, and mechanical engineering drawings.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Familiarity with safety protocols surrounding high-pressure gases and cryogenics.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to flight safety and quality.

Qualification Checklist

• 2+ years of experience in aerospace, rocketry, aviation, or a high-reliability manufacturing environment (eg, defense, motorsports).
• Strong background in reading and interpreting complex engineering blueprints, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Demonstrated experience with precision measuring tools, torque wrenches, crimp tools, and specialized aerospace hand tools.
• Comfortable working with hazardous materials, structural epoxies, primers, and solvents.
• Familiarity with the hazards of high-pressure systems, hazardous propellants, and cryogenic fluids (LOX/LPP).
• Fluent in English and German 
• Ability to stand for long periods, crawl into tight spaces (inside rocket fairings or stages), and work from ladders or elevated platforms.
• Fine motor skills and dexterity for handling small components and delicate wiring.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs regularly.

Bonus Skills

• Certifications such as IPC/WHMA-A-620 (Requirements for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies) or NASA-STD-8739.
• Prior experience with launch vehicle integration or test operations.

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
• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget
• Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children
• Flexible mobility budget: Travel your way with a choice between a fully financed Deutschlandticket, JobRad bicycle leasing, FINN JobAuto, or a fuel allowance

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

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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.