OHB System AG | Germany | 86xxx Augsburg | Permanent position | Full time / Home office | Published since: 21.05.2026 on stepstone.de
Senior Test Engineer Drive Technology (m/f/d)
MT Aerospace is a global leader in the aerospace industry. As a subsidiary of the international technology group OHB, we develop, manufacture and test essential components for large space programmes, including the European launcher Ariane 6, the American Space Launch System (Artemis Mission) and other international support systems. Satellites, spacecraft for moon and Mars missions, space tankers and passenger aircraft are also on the move with our components. Globally operating companies and system houses, such as ESA, NASA, Airbus, ArianeGroup and Boeing, are among our customers. With world-wide unique manufacturing technologies, we produce high-performance products made of metal and fiber composite materials that are uncompromisingly oriented towards performance. Large load-bearing structures, cryotanks, lightweight components as well as fuel and pressure tanks that combine maximum load capacity with minimal weight. We owe our success to the initiative and the passion of our employees who stand for innovation and progress. Our team of around 600 employees at our headquarters in Augsburg, Bremen and the European Space Station in Kourou (French Guiana) is working daily to actively shape the future of space. .
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Responsible for the planning, implementation and documentation of static and dynamic component tests in the area of drive technology (space drives) (Thermik-/Fluid/Mechanics and combinations)
Coordination of test targets with the engineering teams and development of test setups taking into account quality and safety requirements
Conducting component tests with multiphysical approaches at MTA Augsburg or with external partners, design and installation of test setups
Further development of the existing test portfolio according to the requirements of our customers
Self-cost estimation for component testing campaigns
Detailed planning of internal and external test campaigns
Preparation of Test Plans and Test Procedures (English and German)
Reporting to project managers, team leaders and customers (English and German)
Dipl.-Ing. (TU/FH), Master (M.Sc., M.eng., etc.) in spacecraft drive technology, aerospace technology, test technology or the like At least 5 years of experience in drive technology, test technology or test implementation of complex components Experience with cryogenic media (liquid and gaseous) of advantage Experience in the theoretical and practical measurement of physical parameters, vacuum technology, fluid mechanics Experience in automated data collection and evaluation Experience in programming and setting up automated test setups (e.g. Python etc.) Good moderation and negotiation skills in dialogue with internal and external customers Languages: German (B2), English (flowing)
Your duties Responsible for the planning, implementation and documentation of static and dynamic component tests in the area of drive technology (space drives) (Thermik-/Fluid/Mechanics and combinations)
Coordination of test targets with the engineering teams and development of test setups taking into account quality and safety requirements
Conducting component tests with multiphysical approaches at MTA Augsburg or with external partners, design and installation of test setups
Further development of the existing test portfolio according to the requirements of our customers
Self-cost estimation for component testing campaigns
Detailed planning of internal and external test campaigns
Preparation of Test Plans and Test Procedures (English and German)
Reporting to project managers, team leaders and customers (English and German) Your qualifications Dipl.-Ing. (TU/FH), Master (M.Sc., M.eng., etc.) in spacecraft drive technology, aerospace technology, test technology or the like At least 5 years of experience in drive technology, test technology or test implementation of complex components Experience with cryogenic media (liquid and gaseous) of advantage Experience in the theoretical and practical measurement of physical parameters, vacuum technology, fluid mechanics Experience in automated data collection and evaluation Experience in programming and setting up automated test setups (e.g. Python etc.) Good moderation and negotiation skills in dialogue with internal and external customers Languages: German (B2), English (flowing) We offer Mobile work (in the corresponding area of responsibility) Flexible working time and sliding time account Attractive remuneration according to IG Metall 35-hour week In-house canteen Staff parking Advantages of a global group associated with family working atmosphere
Location
 | OHB System AG | |
| 86153 Augsburg | ||
| Germany |
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