Graduate Structures Engineer
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Job description
Graduate/Junior Structures Engineer role at a stealth-mode German rocketry startup, developing across design, analysis, manufacturing, materials and testing of rocket structures. Intended for an early-career engineer to grow quickly through hands-on responsibility with real hardware.
At a glance
- Employment
- Full-time · Employee (employment agreement)
- Work mode
- Remote · Germany
- Languages
- English – fluent
What you'll do
- Support the engineering of rocket structures, from geometry and modelling through to calculation and evaluation using CAD and FEA.
- Gain hands-on experience manufacturing and prototyping composite hardware using filament-winding machines and curing equipment.
- Help prepare and conduct structural tests and material-characterisation activities, including tensile testing, DSC, and microscopy.
- Process engineering data and automate repetitive tasks using Python where useful.
- Document methods, results, and technical decisions clearly.
- Work closely with senior engineers and take on increasing ownership as skills develop.
What we're looking for
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in aerospace, mechanical, structural, or materials engineering, or a Master's degree currently in progress.
- A solid foundation in structural mechanics, materials science, or manufacturing processes.
- Hands-on experience from a student engineering team, particularly in rocketry, Formula Student, aerospace, or a similar practical environment.
- Genuine curiosity and a practical, quality-conscious mindset.
- Fluent English.
- The ability to learn quickly, work collaboratively, and contribute across design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing.
Nice to have
- Composite materials, filament winding, curing, or structural testing.
- CAD or FEA work through academic, personal, or extracurricular projects.
- Basic Python scripting for data processing or task automation.
- Working proficiency in German.
Benefits
- Top-decile compensation packages, bonuses and meaningful equity.
- Every employee is awarded stock options in the company.
- Comprehensive relocation support including flights, shipping and visas.
- Lunch, dinner and drinks provided everyday.
- Free access to shared company housing.
Apply
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About Stealthrocketrystartup
Germany-based rocketry startup currently in stealth mode. Already launching suborbital and ballistic rockets on a regular basis, has just crossed €10m in revenue for its first operating year, and is applying its knowledge toward the development of an orbital rocket.
Mission
Scaling up rapidly to meet the demand for high-performance, reliable, and scalable solid propulsion technologies for space and defense applications.
Key facts
- Germany
- Rocketry / aerospace and defense
- Germany-based rocketry startup in stealth mode
- Launching suborbital and ballistic rockets on a regular basis
- Crossed €10m in revenue for its first operating year
- Developing an orbital rocket
- Contracts structured around a 48-hour working week
What they value
- Autonomy to make decisions and execute on them quickly
- Job titles and career progression are earned through responsibility and dedication
- Equitable and inclusive workplace