Engine Assembly Technician (m/f/d)

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 searching for a motivated Engine Assembly Technician (m/f/d) to join our special-projects rocketry team. This is a rare opportunity allowing you to be involved in demanding prototyping efforts in a NewSpace environment. You will work in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for excellence by creating high-performance engineering solutions while keeping production costs at an absolute minimum.

You enjoy being proactive and work within an experienced team? Then apply with us.

Your Tasks

• Precise assembly of rocket components
• Performance of functional tests as well as troubleshooting errors
• Work in compliance with dimensions and specified parameters
• Disassembly and assembly of engines and modules up to complete disassembly
• Support during test setups
• Documentation of all steps of procedures
• Checking documentation for completeness

Your Qualifications

• Completed trade as aircraft mechanic, manufacturing technology, engine technology, maintenance technology or comparable
• Work experience in the aerospace industry
• Professional experience in the repair of engines
• Forklift and crane license is desirable
• Willingness to travel
• Fluent English oral and written (all day-to-day activities are performed in English)
• Independent, systematic, goal-oriented and conscientious way of working
• Motivation and enthusiasm as well as a high degree of motivation
• Hands-on mentality and willingness to support other departments

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 Home Office: Full-time employees benefit from 1 day per week home office 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.