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 Turbine Test and Integration Engineer (m/f/d) to design, execute and manage turbine testing and integration activities for our spaceplane demonstrators.
In this role you will work with cross-functional teams-mechanical, electrical and control-to validate turbine performance, reliability, and safety. You will be responsible for setting up test stands, writing test procedures, collecting and analysing data and ensuring safe turbine operations.
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Develop comprehensive test plans, procedures and safety documentation for turbine hardware and subsystems and define performance, durability and safety and test metrics
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Operate test-rigs, data-acquisition systems, and simulation tools to conduct static and dynamic tests and monitor real-time data streams, identify anomalies and troubleshoot hardware or software faults
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Prepare detailed test reports, including root-cause analysis, recommendations, and validation against design criteria
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Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to integrate turbine components into prototypes and full-scale test set-ups, while identifying integration interfaces (mechanical, electrical or control) and resolve compatibility issues
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Ensure all testing activities comply with industry standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO55001, ICE61508 and company safety policies)
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Conduct hazard analyses, risk assessment and develop mitigation plans for high-pressure and high temperature requirements
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Identify process gaps, recommend tooling or procedural upgrades and implement best-practices improvements in test methodology
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Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering (or related field)
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2-3 year’s experience in turbine or high-performance engine testing, validation and managing test campaigns
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Strong understanding of gas-turbine thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and material science
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Experience with test-rig design, instrumentation (pressure transducers, thermocouples, flow meters) and data-acquisition systems (National Instruments, PXI, LabVIEW, MATLAB)
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Familiarity with vibration analysis, acoustic diagnostics, and fatigue testing
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Proficiency in data-analysis software (Python, MATLAB)
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Knowledge of ISO9001, ISO 14001, ISO55001, ICE61508 and turbine-specific safety standards (API 618)
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Excellent written and verbal communication; able to produce clear technical documentation
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Experience in dealing with turbine manufacturers and ability to use CFD of FEM analysis to support test design
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Scripting (Python/PowerShell) for automation
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Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross functional, global teams
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Proactive, flexible, and motivated mindset; start up experience is a plus
What we offer-
Long-term prospects with a permanent employment contract
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Being part of an international, highly motivated team
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Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
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Flexible working hours
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Use of our company fitness program with EGYM Wellpass
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Take benefit of attractive employee discounts through Corporate Benefits
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The opportunity to contribute your ideas and actively shape the company
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.
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 almost 80 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.
