Engineering Position in Ottobrunn bei Technische Universität München

Technische Universität München

About us and the position

The EIC-funded research project ‘Solar for Ice-to-Thrust’ (S4I2T), with TUM in the leading role, aspires to advance (self‑)sustainable space mobility and consequently develop and demonstrate a water-based propulsion system and infrastructure. Goals of the project are lab demonstrations of an end to end in-situ-resource-utilisation (ISRU) process (turning icy regolith into thrust) and an AI-based autonomous docking and water transfer of two CubeSats. These worldwide unique demonstrations shall pave the way for a more efficient, cost-effective and eco-friendly space mobility infrastructure and enable economically viable in-orbit servicing such as spacecraft assembly, refilling or active debris removal.

This engineering position contributes to the S4I2T project by supporting all engineering aspects of the project from designing test benches and specimen required by the project to their acquisition, integration and testing.

Required Skills & Experience

At the time of appointment holding a Science/Engineering degree in disciplines like Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a comparable field of study subject

Knowledge and skills in:

• Mechanical design as well as analysis of structural and fluid dynamic engineering problems
• Proven ability to identify and solve problems through a proactive, systematic approach
• Knowledge and understanding of standards and norms
• Ability to work in a team as well as independent
• Engineering tools like CAD-programs (e.g. SolidWorks)
• Programming language skills in Matlab and/or Python
• Fluent communication skills, both in written and spoken English

Advantageous Skills:

• Strong interest in spaceflight and especially space propulsion
• Highly motivated to carry out a research project and to advance a new space propulsion technology
• Experience in hands-on engineering projects
• Strong interest in economically sustainable space mobility
• German language level B1 or higher (optional)

Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will be the following:

• Technical design, realisation, assembly and commissioning of test benches (mechanical, fluidic, etc.) incl. component selection, quality assurance and documentation
• Procurement management and manufacturing supervision of test bench parts and test articles (i.e. prototypes)
• Test campaign support
• Maintenance and servicing of measurement equipment
• Supervision of the test benches incl. implementation and organisation of commissioning and maintenance
• Analysing, evaluating and documenting specifications and key figures
• Preparation of certification certificates and approval documents
• Development of guidelines and regulations for test bench infrastructure and operation

What we offer

• Full position (100% / 40h) with a 3 year contract
• 30 days of paid holidays
• An amazing team and the possibility of getting involved in something big
• A large network of people in the space business
• Please note: The position is based in Ottobrunn / Munich with the potential for regular required on-site presence in Oberpfaffenhofen
• We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. We are dedicated to offering an inclusive research environment and encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, including individuals with disabilities. The position is suitable for disabled persons.

Application

Interested candidates should send their application (incl. CV, motivation letter (max. 1 page), current and past transcript of records, as well as any supporting documents) via E-Mail at: rfa-jobs.rfa@ed.tum.de (preferably in a single PDF). We look forward to your application.

• The vacancy will be open until filled
• The position shall start in September 2024

Data Protection Information:

As part of your application, you provide personal data to the Technical University of Munich (TUM). Please view our privacy policy on collecting and processing personal data in the course of the application process pursuant to Art. 13 of the General Data Protection Regulation of the European Union (GDPR) at https://portal.mytum.de/kompass/datenschutz/Bewerbung/. By submitting your application you confirm to have read and understood the data protection information provided by TUM.

Technische Universität München

TUM School of Engineering and Design

Chair of Space Mobility and Propulsion

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Chiara Manfletti

Lise-Meitner-Str. 9

85521 Ottobrunn

www.asg.ed.tum.de/spm

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
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