Ground Systems Working Student (m/f/d)
As a Ground Systems Working Student, you will support the design and setup of a new control room for launch operations while contributing to broader systems engineering and development activities within the Ground Systems team. You will help translate operational needs into structured and practical system solutions across both physical and software domains.
- Support the design and layout of a control room environment (operator workstations, screen setups, room configuration)
- Assist in the selection and evaluation of hardware (displays, furniture, mounts, basic cabling concepts)
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders such as IT, engineering, and facilities
- Create structured concepts, layouts, and concise technical documentation
- Support systems engineering activities (e.g. system breakdown, interface definition, requirement structuring)
- Help organize and track technical topics across the setup process
- Contribute to ground systems development tasks, including basic software, scripting, or integration support
- Enrolled in a Bachelor/Master program in Systems Engineering, Aerospace, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or similar
- Strong structured and analytical thinking skills
- Interest in practical, hands-on system design
- Basic understanding of technical systems (e.g. IT setups, hardware, interfaces)
- Ability to work across hardware and software topics
- Proactive, independent and comfortable working on open-ended tasks
- Outstanding communication skills
- Fluent in English
- Experience with CAD or layout tools (e.g. SolidWorks, Fusion, AutoCAD, Visio)
- Basic programming or scripting skills (e.g. Python or similar)
- Exposure to systems engineering methods or frameworks
- Interest in ergonomics and human-machine interaction
- Experience with lab work, hardware projects, or system integration
- Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
- 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
- Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period
- Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
- Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket
- Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
- Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
- Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children
- And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team
We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.
Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.
We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.
We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!
Want to find out more about us?
Visit www.isaraerospace.com
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Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
- Where is this Ground Systems Working Student (m/f/d) role based?
- The role is based in Ottobrunn, Bavaria, Germany; Parsdorf, Bavaria, Germany.
- What experience does Isar Aerospace expect for this role?
- The posting is tagged as a lead-level role, typically 7+ years of experience. Check the requirements section for specifics.
- Where is Isar Aerospace headquartered?
- Isar Aerospace is headquartered in Munich, Germany.
- How was this posting sourced?
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