Why us?

POLARIS Raumflugzeuge GmbH develops innovative transportation systems that redefine access to space for payloads and passengers. With now 70 dedicated colleagues, we are working at two locations to make our vision reality. We are continuing to expand our team and are looking to fill the position of Vehicle Systems Engineer (m/f/d).

Your mission

• System Design of a two-stage winged hypersonic UAV
• Responsible for development, design, configuration management, testing and manufacturing plans
• Handling of mass, power and electrical budgets of a hypersonic UAV
• Responsible for ensuring compliance of design and detailed hardware with requirements
• Support in interface and requirements management and definition
• Support in Mission Analysis
• Depending on qualification, leading small teams of 3-5 people possible

Your profile

• Successfully completed aerospace, mechanical or systems engineering degree (M.Sc./M.Eng.)
• 3-4 years of experience as aircraft systems engineer in reputed aerospace companies
• Extensive and inter-disciplinary knowledge across all aerospace engineering fields
• Experience with CAD software (preferably Autodesk Inventor or PTC CREO) 
• Basic programming skills in python, C/C++
• Extensive and inter-disciplinary knowledge across all aerospace engineering fields
• Excellent analytical and interdisciplinary skills
• fluent English, German desirable
• Proactive mindset, high level of motivation, flexibility, perseverance, and ability to work in a team
• Work experience in a start-up environment is an advantage

What we offer 

• Long-term prospects with a permanent employment contract
• Being part of an international, highly motivated team
• Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• Flexible working hours
• Use of our company fitness program with EGYM Wellpass
• The opportunity to contribute your ideas and actively shape the company

Join us in shaping the future of space transportation and making a positive impact. If your profile fits our requirements, apply now by sending your complete application portfolio, including CV, certificates and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role. 

About us

At POLARIS we value on-site collaboration, so we generally do not offer home office. Please apply only if you feel comfortable with this working model – it saves valuable time for everyone involved.