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About Rocket Factory Augsburg At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) , we have one clear goal: to create low-cost, flexible, and reliable access to space. We specialize in building small launch vehicles designed to deploy satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we aim to revolutionize space services and help improve life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and become part of the team driving the New Space movement in Europe. About the Team Our international and agile team is looking for support from a motivated person as a Propulsion Test Technician (f/m/d). You enjoy working in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for high performance engineering solutions in aerospace technology? Do you want to revolutionize space travel in New Space? Then you've come to the right place. Your Tasks Serve as in the field test operator and technician during all propulsion hot-fire campaigns Take responsibility of engine assembly processes and in-situ upgrades to the test hardware Test integrated engines to determine acceptability for flight Assembly, Integration, troubleshooting and commissioning of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems Perform hardware reviews to evaluate the performance of test articles and stand systems (operations, quality, structural, fluids, electrical). Find innovative ways to create, review, and optimize testing processes/procedures to increase test system capability and cadence. Manage the execution of projects within extremely short timelines Align resources to accomplish key objectives, assign clear accountability for important objectives Create and maintain technical documentation   Your Qualifications Higher education or apprenticeship in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline Experience in operating industrial manufacturing machines such as lathe, mill, drill and saw Willingness to travel and work flexibly around RFAs test and launch sites Experience with assembly manuals and hardware assembly processes Understanding of fluidic processes such as pneumatics and hydraulics Beneficial: experience with instrumentation: pressure, temperature, piezoelectric, strain gauge, load cells, flowmeters Hands-on experience in test operations preferably for propulsion projects Fluent English oral and written (all day-to-day activities are performed in English) Self-independent, a structured way of working and committed to working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment Calm and confident way of communication even in high stress situations     We offer Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start-up Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with EGYM Wellpass Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and special leave days RFA Family: Join regular company and team events Parking: Free parking for car and bike Insights         Ready to take the next step? Join RFA and help build one of Europe’s most efficient launch systems. Work alongside 300+ colleagues from over 40 countries and take ownership from day one. If you’re looking to grow, take responsibility, and contribute to making space more accessible, we’d love to hear from you. 🚀 Apply now!   We look forward to receiving your application in German or English.