Material Quality Engineer (m/f/d) AM PFB-LBM

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 Material Quality Engineer (m/f/d). This is your opportunity to be closely involved in the challenging manufacturing of Engine Parts, implementing and monitor production quality standards and quality tests for the Engine Parts. Do you enjoy working in a committed, dynamic, and international environment? Do you want to revolutionize space travel in New Space? Then you've come to the right place.

Your Tasks

• Monitor and supervise quality measurements for additive manufacturing (AM) parts.
• Oversee the quality of manufacturing processes.
• Write and review quality documentation.
• Implement new quality standards as per the European Cooperation for Space Standardization (ECSS).
• Ensure the maintenance, calibration, and safety compliance of measuring instruments and test benches.
• Coordinate the efforts of interns.
• Take responsibility for the quality of your own work.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science, Quality Management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of quality standards in metal additive manufacturing and high personal quality standards.
• Experience in print parameter development is advantageous.
• Self-initiative and strong communication skills.
• Good understanding of aerospace industry practices.
• Fluent in English, both oral and written.
• German language skills are a plus but not required.
• Result-oriented and structured approach to work.

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.