Mechanical Performance Engineer; m​/f​/d

• Lead the structural dynamics analysis of launch vehicle systems and components throughout the development lifecycle
• Identify and model vibration and dynamic load sources, including launch, propulsion, separation, transportation, and ground handling environments
• Perform modal, frequency response, random vibration, and shock analyses to verify compliance with design requirements
• Develop and execute coupled loads analyses (CLA) for launch vehicle systems and customer payloads
• Define dynamic load cases and support structural and subsystem design activities
• Plan and evaluate material, component-level, and system-level dynamic testing campaigns
• Support qualification testing, correlate analytical models with test data, and update models accordingly
• Collaborate with structures, propulsion, avionics, payload integration, and systems engineering teams to optimize vehicle performance

• Lead the structural dynamics analysis of launch vehicle systems and components throughout the development lifecycle
• Identify and model vibration and dynamic load sources, including launch, propulsion, separation, transportation, and ground handling environments
• Perform modal, frequency response, random vibration, and shock analyses to verify compliance with design requirements
• Develop and execute coupled loads analyses (CLA) for launch vehicle systems and customer payloads
• Define dynamic load cases and support structural and subsystem design activities
• Plan and evaluate material, component-level, and system-level dynamic testing campaigns
• Support qualification testing, correlate analytical models with test data, and update models accordingly
• Collaborate with structures, propulsion, avionics, payload integration, and systems engineering teams to optimize vehicle performance

• Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Experience in structural dynamics, vibration analysis, and dynamic load assessment of complex engineering systems
• Proficiency in finite element modelling (FEM) and dynamic simulation methods
• Experience with modal analysis, frequency response analysis, and load prediction for mechanical structures
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)

• 7+ years of experience in structural dynamics, vibration engineering, or mechanical analysis in aerospace, launch vehicles, satellites, aviation, turbo machinery, automotive, or similar industries
• Experience analysing complex systems with structural, fluid, or mechanical coupling effects
• Strong understanding of the complete structural dynamics process, from modelling and analysis to testing and qualification
• Hands-on experience with vibration, modal, shock, or acoustic testing
• Experience correlating analytical models with test data
• Knowledge of composite structures and their dynamic behaviour
• Familiarity with launch vehicle, spacecraft, or payload dynamic environments
• Experience with coupled loads analyses (CLA) and tools such as Teamcenter, Siemens NX or Hyper Mesh/Opti Struct

• €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

Our location in Neuenstadt in the region of Heilbronn offers an ideal combination of rural charm and urban quality of life.…