Working Student Propulsion (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Working Student Propulsion (Aerospace): Supporting the in-house development of H₂O₂ systems within the Combustion Equipment team with an accent on testing campaigns, design tasks, and test bench maintenance. Focus on conducting AIT testing and ensuring safe operations for rocket propulsion systems.

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

• Assist in planning and executing testing campaigns for H₂O₂ systems.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures to ensure safety.
• Collaborate on design tasks for fluid and mechanical systems.
• Manage upgrades and maintenance of the test bench.
• Conduct AIT (Assembly, Integration, Testing) for propulsion systems.

Requirements

• Ongoing bachelor’s or master’s degree in aerospace, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in the development or testing of complex systems.
• Ability to perform in high-stress environments.
• Proficiency in designing fluid and mechanical systems from concept to commissioning.
• Fluent in English.

Nice to have

• Experience with hazardous systems such as cryogenic or flammable materials.
• Practical experience with fluid systems and piping/tubing.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Matlab, C, or C#.

Culture & Benefits

• Subsidised daily lunches.
• Fully financed Deutschlandticket for public transport.
• Sponsored sports club memberships via EGYM Wellpass.
• Free snacks and beverages.
• Access to online mental and physical well-being support via OpenUp.