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Rocket Factory Augsburg

Low-cost microlauncher for small satellites

Senior Electrical Engineer - Launch

Power Systems EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAugsburg, GermanyNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Proven experience designing, installing, commissioning, or operating industrial electrical power distribution systems.
  • Strong expertise in AC power systems, including low-voltage and medium-voltage switchgear, distribution boards, transformers, protection systems, and grounding.
  • Solid understanding of power system design and analysis, including load calculations, cable sizing, voltage drop analysis, and protection coordination.
  • Ability to develop, review, and maintain electrical engineering documentation such as single-line diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
  • Experience managing electrical systems throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept and detailed design through installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to work hands-on with hardware, installations, testing activities, and fault investigation.
  • Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

  • Design, oversee the construction, and commission electrical infrastructure for launch and test sites.
  • Define and drive technical requirements for site layouts, utilities, and electrical systems.
  • Develop and guide the implementation of low-voltage and medium-voltage power distribution systems, including switchgear, transformers, protection systems, and grounding concepts.
  • Ensure consistent documentation standards across electrical systems, infrastructure projects, and operational assets.
  • Support and mentor engineers and technicians during the implementation, testing, and commissioning of new systems.
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure technical requirements are clearly communicated, aligned, and delivered.
  • Monitor project progress, manage technical risks, and provide regular status updates to the team lead.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with launch, aerospace, energy, industrial, or other mission-critical infrastructure environments.
  • Familiarity with IEC, BS, or comparable international electrical standards.
  • Experience coordinating contractors, construction activities, or external engineering partners.
  • Previous mentoring or technical leadership experience.

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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