At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) we have one goal: create low-cost, flexible and reliable access to space. We specialize in the creation of small launcher solutions designed for deploying satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we want to revolutionize space services and help enhance life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and be part of the team leading the New Space movement in Europe!
For temporary employment of 12 months Rocket Factory Augsburg AG in Augsburg is looking for a
Avionics Hardware Technician (f/m/d)
We are looking for an exceptionally motivated and experienced Avionics Hardware Technician (f/m/d) to join our special-projects rocketry team. You will work in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for excellence by creating high-performance engineering solutions while keeping prototyping and production costs at an absolute minimum. Be involved in the systems engineering team and learn the overall architecture of our high-tech but low-cost product. If this sounds inspiring to you, then apply with us!

Your Tasks

• Collaborate with the design engineers for hardware assembly
• Conduct technical meetings and collaborate with various departments
• All aspects of electrical and avionics work
• Installation of complex wiring harnesses and modifications to existing wiring, within Avionic shelves and panels.
• Support and take part in all R&D activities
• Perform control cabinet as well as cable assembly and wiring
• Produce on time and to quality manufacture of Electrical assemblies
• Escalating blockers and issues to team Leader
• Test and fault diagnosis of electronic circuits to component level using a range of proprietary and specialist test equipment including scopes, network and spectrum analyzers and function generators

Your Qualifications

• Completed apprenticeship as electrician/electronics technician or similar discipline
• Work experience as an electrical technician ideally with electronics control systems and standard industrial sensor knowledge
• Experience building electrical or electro-mechanical assemblies
• Good understanding of the common test and troubleshooting equipment, e.g. multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Experience in documenting complex and detailed systems
• Experience in aerospace sector is a big plus
• High level of problem-solving skills, independent and target-oriented way of working
• Fluent oral and written English skills (all day-to-day activities are performed in English)

We offer
Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start-up
Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours
Home Office: Full-time employees benefit from 1 day per week home office
Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with WellPass, a training app which connects you to thousands of gyms and studios
Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and special leave days
RFA Family: Join our regular company and team events and become part of the RFA family
Parking: Free parking for your car and your bike
This is the perfect opportunity to take on an exciting new challenge and be part of the leading private company in the new European space race. You’ll get to work with over 300 employees from more than 44 countries and have the opportunity to accelerate your professional and personal development.
Ready to make history with us?
Apply now! We’re looking forward to receiving your application in German or English.
Rocket Factory Augsburg AG
Human Resources
Questions regarding this posting? We are available under hr@rfa.space

• Collaborate with the design engineers for hardware assembly
• Conduct technical meetings and collaborate with various departments
• All aspects of electrical and avionics work
• Installation of complex wiring harnesses and modifications to existing wiring, within Avionic shelves and panels.
• Support and take part in all R&D activities
• Perform control cabinet as well as cable assembly and wiring
• Produce on time and to quality manufacture of Electrical assemblies
• Escalating blockers and issues to team Leader
• Test and fault diagnosis of electronic circuits to component level using a range of proprietary and specialist test equipment including scopes, network and spectrum analyzers and function generator