Mechanical Design Engineer (m/f/d)

Key Responsibilities

• Establishing a development plan—including potential demonstrators, development testing, and/or subcontracting - to meet the technical and programmatic requirements of the assigned work package
• Contributing to requirement definition for structural systems and sub-systems
• Defining preliminary architecture and design, including pre-sizing and theanticipatedmanufacturing methods
• Working with mechanical performance and production engineers to refine the design, expected performance, and manufacturability
• Coordinating with other system owners to ensure smooth integration
• Documenting acceptance and qualification criteria
• Providing active support during manufacturing and testing phases

Basic Qualification

• Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, or a comparable field
• 5–8 years of relevant, diversified experience in mechanical design
• Extensive experience with carbon-fibercomposite materials, including sizing principles, failure modes, and manufacturing processes
• Solid theoretical understanding and hands-on experience with structural adhesives
• A proactive mindset with a strong drive for continuous improvement
• A pragmatic approach to development, with the ability to adapt to program constraints
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Fluency in English

Desired Experience

• Design and sizing of sandwich structures
• Experience with prepreg systems and composite robotic manufacturing (filament winding or automated fiber placement)
• Use cases and limitations of NDI technologies
• Proficiency with NX and Teamcenter

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
• 1 day of remote work per week
• 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.