Fluid Systems Engineer, Propulsion (m/f/d)

Location: Parsdorf, Bavaria, Germany

Company

hirify.global develops sustainable launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations in Low Earth Orbit.

What you will do

• Define fluid-system requirements, architectures, and interfaces with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Develop and maintain analytical and simulation models for fluid-system performance and operability.
• Design fluid-system hardware and assemblies, including technical drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Support procurement, machining, manufacturing, integration, troubleshooting, and flight-operations activities.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate component- and system-level test campaigns; analyse test data and identify anomaly root causes.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, verification documentation, and design improvements while ensuring performance, reliability, and safety.

Requirements

• M.Sc. or M.Eng. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong fundamentals and practical experience in fluid dynamics, including modelling and analysis of complex fluid systems, ideally in rocket propulsion.
• Hands-on experience in test preparation, operation, post-test data analysis, and review.
• Experience with machining processes, drawing creation, and CAD software, preferably SolidWorks or Siemens NX.
• Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages for engineering applications and automation.
• Skills in data analysis and preparation of technical reports and engineering documentation.
• Proven engineering excellence, strong problem-solving abilities, and a passion for rocket propulsion and space.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

Nice to have

• Proficiency in EcosimPro/ESPSS for fluid-system simulation and analysis.
• Hands-on fluid-system testing experience, including cryogenic fluids and oxygen compatibility.

Culture & Benefits

• Virtual company share participation program.
• 30 days of vacation and a company pension plan with a 20% employer contribution after the probation period.
• Subsidised daily lunches and rental workwear with laundry service.
• Sponsored sports-club membership and an individual learning budget after the probation period.
• Childcare allowance for non-school-age children.
• Flexible mobility budget with options including a Deutschlandticket, JobRad bicycle leasing, FINN JobAuto, or fuel allowance.