Rocket Motor Engineer (m/f/d)

• Develop the know-how and capability to design and develop future rocket programs including mechanical design, casting process tooling, igniter design, insulation application, nozzle mechanical and material design, warhead design, etc.
• Development of solid rocket motors, their components and tooling
• Creation of 3D CAD models and design drawings
• Develop the required technical documentation for manufacturing and testing
• Perform investigations and technical data analysis
• Support the industrialization incl. optimization of production processes
• Support rocket manufacture projects with manufacturing technology to be transferred from external technology providers
• Coordination with internal and external stakeholders
• Documentation and presentation of work results

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, post-graduate engineering qualification is preferred
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the development process of ammunition or sub-systems for rockets and missiles
• Understanding of the functions and technology of rocket motors, warheads and safety and arming devices is preferred
• Good knowledge of mechanical engineering in the areas of design, mechanics, manufacturing technology, tooling design and materials science
• An advanced level of computer literacy is essential, i.e. design (e.g. Siemens NX; Team Center) and data analysis software
• The role calls for a focused, safety conscious individual with a high degree of attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure in an explosive environment
• Good reading, writing and communication skills in English is essential, the ability to communicate in German will be an advantage

Stärken und Erfahrungen zählen bei Rheinmetall, auch wenn vielleicht nicht alle aufgeführten Anforderungen vollständig erfüllt sind. Wir freuen uns auf Bewerber (m/w/d), die Lust haben, etwas zu bewegen und Verantwortung zu übernehmen. Wir legen Wert auf Individualität und Chancengleichheit. Schwerbehinderte Bewerber (m/w/d) werden bei gleicher Eignung besonders berücksichtigt.

• Employee profit-sharing
• Attractive compensation
• Flexible working models and mobile working
• Company pension scheme
• Fitness and health offers
• Bike leasing
• Corporate benefits platform
• Deutschland-Ticket as a job ticket
• Individual and diverse development opportunities
• Professional onboarding process

Contact Person: Benedikt Wirtz

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