POLARIS Raumflugzeuge GmbH develops innovative transportation systems that redefine access to space for payloads and passengers. We are continuing to expand our team and are looking to fill the position of Structural Engineer for Mechanisms (m/f/d).
Join our dynamic and fast-growing startup and be part of our exciting journey to revolutionize space transportation and hypersonics. We are a passionate team dedicated to pushing boundaries, fostering innovation, and creating impactful solutions that make a difference.
Depending on the area of responsibility, professional experience and specialist background, the gross annual salary ranges from EUR 60.000,00 to EUR 100.000,00.
The exact remuneration will be determined during the application process.
Structural Engineer for Mechanisms (m/f/d)
Bremen
Full-time
Permanent employee
Why us?
Your mission
- Design of mechanical systems such as landing gears, linkages, kinematic systems and their actuators
- Optimize mechanism movements and select appropriate construction methods and materials
- Conduct static and dynamic structural analysis using Finite Element Method (FEM) and perform Multi-Body Simulation (MBS) for moving parts
- Execute system tests and analyze the results
- Support physical assembly and integration, and solve technical problems quickly on-site
- Create technical drawings and manufacturing documents and exchange directly with suppliers
Your profile
- Master’s degree in aerospace engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar
- Strong Background in structural engineering
- Background in the aerospace sector favorable
- Experience with FEM Software (Ansys Mechanical or similar)
- Experience with CAD Modelling (Creo/Inventor)
- Good Knowledge about common aerospace construction materials (Aluminum, Titanium, Steel, CFRP, …) and manufacturing techniques
- Proactive thinking, high motivation, flexible way of working
- Proficiency in both German and English
- Experience with working in a startup environment favorable
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
Our mission is to pioneer a new era of space transportation by flying to space and back like an aircraft — taking off and landing at airports, and reusing our spaceplanes for hundreds of missions. We combine unprecedented cost efficiency with unique flexibility and safety, enabling breakthrough advances in both space transportation and hypersonic flight. This vision is currently pursued by over 115 employees every day.
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.
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.