DFMA Engineer (m/f/d)

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Isar Aerospace seeks a DFMA Engineer to join our Ottobrunn team, driving manufacturability and scalability of launch-system components from prototyping to flight designs. You will collaborate with design and production, lead DFMA review cycles, manage BOMs, support non-conformities, and help develop internal DFMA tools and guidelines to simplify, standardize and reduce cost. Key qualifications: 2-5 years in mechanical or aerospace engineering, strong CAD/PLM skills (SolidWorks/Si NX, Teamcenter), knowledge of ECR/ECO, and clear cross-functional communication; English required, German a plus. Bonus: Python, Lean, Design-FMEA. To apply, tailor your resume to DFMA outcomes, quantify improvements, and show fit with Isar’s mission to democratize space.

Mission Brief 

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Design for Manufacturing & Assembly Engineer to join the DFMA team and drive DFMA excellence across all launch system components. You will ensure manufacturability & scalability of launch system - from prototyping phase to flight designs, directly influencing mission success. This role requires a strong understanding of key aerospace design principles & advanced manufacturing processes - Acting as bridge between design & production worlds and proactively solving challenges, providing optimization suggestions and driving continuous improvement in a rapidly evolving environment. 

Your Role in Our Space Mission: 

• Collaborate with design engineers and production teams in reviewing, identifying issues & optimizing the launcher systems under DFMA principles through an iterative approach: Drive industrialization of designs, focusing on simplification, standardization, variance minimization and cost efficiency
• Lead & coordinate review cycles aligned with design readiness milestones, production feedback & timeline constraints 
• Manage Bill-of-Materials (BOMs) across engineering and production on assigned systems 
• Provide technical support for interpretation, evaluation and resolution of systematic production non-conformities 
• Develop & implement internal DFMA tools, guidelines, frameworks and best practices applicable to launch system components  

Qualification Checklist 

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering or equivalent work experience related fields 
• Experience: 2-5 years in relevant industries, preferred hands-on/practical experience with design for manufacturing 
• Good understanding of aerospace design principles, engineering change requests/orders (ECR/ECO), production processes & assembly techniques 
• Strong skills with CAD tools (e.g. SolidWorks, Siemens NX) and PDM/PLM Systems (e.g. Siemens Teamcenter), including drafting & GD&T Definition 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams 
• Proficient communication skills in English, German for shopfloor interactions is a plus 

Bonus Skills

• Scripting / Data Analysis Skills – e.g. Python & Excel 
• Experience with Lean principles 
• First-hand experience with Design-FMEA / Process-FMEA 

Benefits 

• Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
• 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
• Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period
• Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
• Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket
• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
• Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children
• And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team        

Who we are

We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.

Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.

We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.

We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!

Want to find out more about us?

Visit www.isaraerospace.com