Full Description

Mission Brief We are seeking a talented and highly motivated Senior Test Engineer to join our Assembly, Integration, and Test Engineering team (AIT Engineering) in Munich. In this role, you will lead planning, preparation, and execution of structural tests with a focus on structural dynamics. As the key expert for this field, you will manage test equipment, collaborate across teams, and help drive innovation within the company. You will work closely with our analysis teams, sharing your insights to drive improvements in product development. During periods of lower workload in structural dynamics, you will need to support other structural or fluid system tests as well as nominal AIT activities. You can expect a steep learning curve and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the European space industry.

Your Role in Our Space Mission

• Collaborate with analysis and design teams to define dynamic test requirements and develop effective test plans and procedures
• Set up, calibrate, operate, and maintain test equipment (e.g. accelerometers, shakers, impact hammers, data acquisition systems)
• Plan and execute a range of structural dynamics tests, including experimental and operational modal analysis and shock measurements
• Analyze test data using signal processing and modal analysis tools. Correlate results with simulations and provide feedback to design and analysis teams
• Prepare documentation such as procedures, work instructions and test reports
• Organize and share test knowledge within the team, becoming the go-to expert for dynamic measurements
• Support root cause analysis for structural issues and continuous improvements of test methodologies and lab equipment
• Ensure all testing activities comply with safety and quality standards
• Qualification Checklist
• Can-do attitude with strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural Engineering or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in modal testing or structural dynamics
• Proficiency with modal testing equipment, data acquisition systems, and analysis software
• Solid understanding of vibration theory, structural dynamics, and signal processing
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
• Project management with great communication skills
• Willingness to travel to test sites as required
• Bonus Skills
• Experience in aerospace, especially in launch vehicle development
• Experience correlating test data with analytical models; knowledge of FEM updating
• German language skills are a plus