Systems Engineer (m/f/d)

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 looking for support from a motivated person as a Systems Engineer (m/f/d). Do you want to revolutionize space travel in New Space? Then you've come to the right place.
Your Tasks
Develop, update and maintain requirements and architecture of expendable and reusable launch vehicles and ground systems
Coordination of activities between the various technical departments and interfaces (vehicle, propulsion, software, avionics, ground systems)
Perform trade-offs (mass, cost, functionality, complexity and reliability) for vehicle and ground systems
Contribute to the creation and maintenance of design, test and operational documentation
Interpret test results and derive quantitative reliability of the systems
Aid in the formulation of tools/strategies to enhance the operational efficiency of day-to-day engineering tasks.
Manage and maintain verification/test cases for launch vehicle and ground systems
Your Qualifications
Best Practice: Use the "Must-Have vs. Nice-to-Have" principle. Every listed requirement should be directly linked to success in the role. If a skill can be learned within the first few months on the job, consider moving it into the Nice-to-Have category.
Degree in aerospace, mechanical or electrical engineering, physics or related discipline 2 to 4 years’ work experience in aerospace industry
Knowledge of and passion for launch vehicle systems and operations
Hands-on experience in student team projects, competitive events, hands-on projects is advantageous.
Knowledge of hydraulic & pneumatic systems, control systems, fluid and structure mechanics, and instrumentation, as well as how different disciplines interface with one another
Good knowledge and practical experience with Python to create tools/automation scripts is beneficial
Fluent English oral and written (all day-to-day activities are performed in English), German is beneficial
Experience with requirements engineering and risk analysis (FMECA/FTA) is beneficial
Excellent problem solving and communication skills
Highly organized and proactive approach to your work Maintain a positive and constructive attitude in the face of technical and non-technical challenges
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 German or English.

Work arrangement
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