Structural Manufacturing Technician (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Structural Manufacturing Technician (Aerospace): Manufacturing and assembling structural components for launch vehicles with an accent on CFRP processing and high-precision assembly. Focus on maintaining strict quality standards, documenting work steps, and collaborating with engineering teams to support launch campaigns.

Location: Must be based in Ottobrunn, Germany

Company

hirify.global is a fast-growing New Space company developing sustainable and cost-effective launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites.

What you will do

• Manufacture and assemble structural components using CFRP according to technical specifications.
• Create and adapt jigs and tooling to support manufacturing processes.
• Perform drilling, riveting, and structural bonding on composite materials.
• Conduct inspection and quality assurance of components to meet space industry standards.
• Document all work steps in compliance with specific regulations.
• Participate in test and launch campaigns at various locations.

Requirements

• Completed vocational training as a manufacturing technician, aircraft mechanic, or equivalent.
• Professional experience in structural assembly or manufacturing, ideally in aerospace.
• In-depth knowledge of processing and handling CFRP.
• Proficiency in reading and working with technical drawings and documentation.
• Fluent English language skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for campaign assignments.

Nice to have

• Experience with metalworking.
• Experience with 3D printing processes.
• Experience in creating and adapting jigs and fixtures.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee participation program via virtual company shares.
• 30 days of annual vacation.
• Company pension plan with 20% employer contribution.
• Subsidised daily lunches and fully financed Deutschlandticket for public transport.
• Sponsored sports club memberships via EGYM Wellpass.
• Individual learning budget and childcare allowance.