Nozzle Design Engineer (m/f/d)

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate mechanical and actuation subsystems for thrust vector control (TVC) systems
• Support the integration and testing of actuators, including mechanical, electrical, and thermal interfaces
• Perform structural and thermal analyses of TVC components operating in high-temperature environment
• Contribute to the design and qualification of insulation and material systems for thermal protection and mechanical stability
• Support system-level testing, including test stand setup, data acquisition, and performance evaluation
• Collaborate closely with the avionics team to ensure proper actuator communication, control feedback, and overall system performance
• Document design, analysis, and test results in accordance with internal quality and configuration management processes

Basic Qualification

• Master’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline
• Solid background in structural and thermal finite element analysis (FEA) using tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, Hypermesh, or Simcenter 3D
• Hands-on experience with hardware testing, including instrumentation, calibration, and data evaluation
• Proficiency in CAD-based mechanical design (e.g., NX, SolidWorks, or CATIA)
• Understanding of materials behavior under thermal and mechanical loads, including metals, composites, and insulation materials
• Experience with high-performance or aerospace-grade mechanisms exposed to vibration, temperature, or dynamic loads

Desired Experience

• Experience in aerospace or propulsion system development, particularly with thrust vector control or similar actuation systems
• Familiarity with dynamic simulations (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, Adams) for motion and load prediction
• Exposure to environmental qualification processes (vibration, thermal vacuum, endurance)
• Knowledge of sensor and feedback systems for actuator control and performance monitoring
• Experience with actuation systems (electromechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic), including mechanism design and integration

Benefits

• €50 monthly Spendit Card – because it’s the little extras that make a difference
• Christmas bonus on top
• Job bike leasing for a sporty and sustainable commute
• €60 gift for special occasions (birthday, wedding, birth of a child)
• Regular team events – from Christmas parties to adventure offsites
• 30 days of vacation to fully recharge
• Flexible working hours (flextime) to match your personal rhythm
• Free coffee, tea & water – fuel for big ideas
• Open, respectful feedback culture at eye level
• Personal development opportunities through trainings, coaching & language courses
• Buddy program with structured onboarding, including a welcome package
• A diverse and inspiring startup environment, where talented people from over 16 nations collaborate to build something extraordinary
• Hands-on involvement across end-to-end development processes in a fast-growing New Space startup

Location

Our location in Neuenstadt in the region of Heilbronn offers an ideal combination of rural charm and urban quality of life. Located in the heart of Baden-Württemberg, the region is characterized by its excellent traffic connections and diverse opportunities for leisure activities. Discover the advantages of this dynamic and liveable environment and benefit from a good work-life balance.

2023, Baden-Württemberg registered by far the most patents in Germany. A total of 16,000 people work in LR BW member companies and generate an annual turnover of around 5 billion euros - and the trend is rising. The strength of Baden-Württemberg's aerospace industry lies in the integrated value chain from the screw to the research satellite.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HyImpulse is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age or disability.

About Us HyImpulse is developing launch vehicles based on innovative hybrid propulsion technology and is constantly pushing boundaries beyond the limits within multiple disciplines to provide competitive low-cost and sustainable access to space. We are looking for exceptional talents who are passionate about rockets, ready to work in a fast-paced environment and take on challenging projects.