Vibration and Acoustic Test Engineer (m/f/d) at Isaraerospace

Mission Brief As a Vibration and Acoustic Test Engineer, you will perform dynamic tests (shock and vibration) and acoustic tests during the development, qualification and acceptance of components and subsystems for our Launch Vehicle. You will work at our vibration test facilities and help our development teams with dynamic tests. Additionally, you will participate in testing at external facilities when required. You will be in close contact with the avionics, propulsion, and launch vehicle teams, being one of the first to operate their parts on simulated flight conditions and helping figure out the failure modes and improvements needed. Your Role in Our Space Mission: • Find test requirements and assess their suitability with our development teams • Prepare test processes, guide internal teams and be their consultant for all questions related to tests • Perform test trade-offs when necessary and recommend the minimum necessary tests • Participate in validation of numerical models in relation with noise generation, propagation, and transmission, as well as structural dynamic response to acoustic and vibratory loads • Help to develop passive and active noise and vibration control solutions • Develop and or procure new test equipment when necessary • Plan, prepare, execute tests, process data, and write reports • Develop and maintain internal test standards, procedures and sequences • Proactively improve test facilities with a focus to cover all test requirements while helping to increase launch cadence Qualification Checklist • B.Sc / M.Sc in the field of aerospace, mechanical engineering or similar • Relevant experience in hardware qualification & acceptance for Aerospace in Vibration, Shock and Acoustic testing • Experienced in performing structure-related qualification tests (i.e., random vibration, sine-sweep, sine dwell, mechanical shock, centrifuge) as per industry standards • Hands-on work experience with test equipment like electrodynamic shakers, shock test equipment, DAQ systems, accelerometers, and other types of transducers for vibration & shock measurement • Experience in selection of appropriate transducers and cables in accordance with the tests to be performed • Understanding of Aerospace test standards such MIL, SMCS, ECSS etc. and command over it to perform test requirement tailoring • Familiarity with time and frequency domain data processing • Experience in test plan, procedure, and report preparation as per the requirements of customers and expectations of authorities • Knowledge of fixture design for vibration & shock testing • Essential knowledge of strength of materials and structural dynamics, ability to do hand-calculations when needed • Ability to perform in high-stress environments, maintaining focus and concentration for long durations • Adapting sufficiently and quickly to a changing work environment • High quality and safety mindset paired with a high attention to detail and can-do attitude • Communicate actively and openly in a constructive manner • Fluent in English (written and spoken) Bonus Skills • Experience in selection of appropriate means of vibration isolation, force limited testing. • Experience in using FEM tools, e.g., Altair HyperWorks, MSC Patran/Nastran, performing test-related FE analyses such as modal, frequency response, random response, shock response. • You enjoy hands-on activities such as cutting, drilling metal, soldering electronics, operating power tools etc. Benefits • Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program • 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge • Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period • Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day • Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket • Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass) • Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period • Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children • And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team Who we are We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space. Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations. We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation. We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career! Want to find out more about us? Visit www.isaraerospace.com Disclaimer Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.