R&D Engineer – Composite Winding Process (all genders) at Blackwave GmbH

Taufkirchen, Bavaria, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Composite Winding Process, Experiment Design, Data Analysis, Composite Materials Processing, COPV Development, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, Testing and Validation, Technical Documentation

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES The What: COPV failure in spaceflight is a solved problem – if the underlying process is right. The quality of our composite winding process determines the quality of every tank we build. We need an engineer who will own this research, drive it forward independently, and help us produce tanks that do not fail. The Why: You are the owner of our composite winding process research. You don’t inherit a finished method – you develop one. From experiment design to test execution, data analysis to team knowledge transfer: you plan the work, run it, and take responsibility for the results. You ensure: Experiments are designed thoroughly and executed to plan. Findings are analyzed critically and translated into concrete process improvements. Knowledge is documented andsharedso the team moves forward together. YOUR MISSION Research and improve the composite winding process: Design and run experiments to advance our winding process and improve tank performance. Learn from every project, increase your efficiency over time, and develop improvement ideas. High Performance – Deliver strong results under pressure. Each project makes the next one better. Own your projects end-to-end: Take full responsibility for assigned projects – scope, schedule, and deliverables. Drive projects forward without being prompted. Question your own results and push for better. Accountability – Own your work. Follow through. Deliver results independently. Work closely within the team and across functions: Collaborate effectively within the team and with colleagues across the company. Coordinate on test scheduling, share progress proactively, and contribute to a team that moves as one. Togetherness – The team succeeds together. Support others as you expect to be supported. Share findings and challenge ideas openly: Defend your conclusions with confidence and stay open when others push back. Document and share knowledge proactively – what you learn should not stay with you alone. In our environment, speaking up and being transparent isn't just a value – it's a safety requirement. Candor – Surface problems early. Speak up. Fix things faster. Bring curiosity and ideas to every project: Approach technical challenges with genuine interest and a drive to understand how things work. Bring new ideas to the table, experiment with approaches, and stay energized by the complexity of the problem. Playfulness – Serious about the mission. Driven by curiosity. YOUR PROFILE Engineering degree in mechanical, aerospace, materials, chemical, or related field (BSc minimum; MSc or PhD preferred). At least 2 years of hands-on experience with composite materials and their processing. At least one thesis or job focused on composites– composite materials, processes, dimensioning, testing Comfortable working in a lab, workshop, or test environment; practical ability comes along with theoretical background. Willingness to document work thoroughly and share knowledge with the team. English proficiency, German nice to have WHAT WE OFFER WHAT WE OFFER High level of autonomy and real impact on our technology. Startup mindset meets aerospace innovation: flat hierarchies, fast decisions, and room for your ideas. Your choice of benefit: Germany ticket,EgymWellpass, or a tax-free Give Card. Fresh shared lunches and a healthy team culture. Stunning views of the Alps from our Taufkirchen rooftop terrace. Growth opportunities: exciting projects and inspiring colleagues. A team that celebrates success together – tech talks, team events, and after-work gatherings. Please send your CV in English and get ready for take-off! About us Blackwave GmbH is a dynamic and leading aerospace company. We specialize in pushing boundaries through the development and production of high-performance, off-the-shelf pressure vessels and complex carbon structures. Our off-the-shelf COPV approach reflects our forward-thinking mindset and our relentless pursuit of innovation. Join us on this journey to the stars in our innovative work setting where team spirit, enthusiasm, and growth opportunities thrive. Send us your CV and apply directly via our website today!

Responsibilities

The engineer will own the research and development of the composite winding process to ensure high-quality pressure vessels. This includes designing experiments, analyzing data, and documenting findings to drive continuous process improvements.