Jobs at POLARIS Spaceplanes (Now Hiring) — 16 open

Why us?

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 Avionics System Engineer (m/f/d).

Your mission

• Detailed avionics architecture for a two-stage winged hypersonic spaceplane using aviation, military and/or space standards
• Responsible for data handling, bus systems, sensor integration and electronics design
• Implementing control laws on embedded hardware
• Technical evaluation of electrical power subsystem for generation, storage and distribution of electrical power in the aircraft
• Integration of telemetry system into the spaceplane structure
• On-board data handling using off-the shelf hardware and on-board flight software
• Manage the electrical and data interfaces between sensors and components
• Support in flights campaigns for system and subsystem tests for certification of the airplane

Your profile

• Successfully completed aerospace, electrical or similar engineering degree (M.Sc./M.Eng.)
• Knowledge of avionics standards and protocols (military, space and aviation)
• 3-4 years of experience as aircraft avionics engineer in a reputed aerospace company desirable
• Inter-disciplinary knowledge across various aerospace engineering fields
• Excellent analytical and interdisciplinary skills
• fluent English, German desirable
• Proactive mindset, high level of motivation, flexibility, perseverance, and ability to work in a team
• Startup mentality
• Experience in managing small teams (size 3-5 people) preferred

What we offer

• Long-term prospects with a permanent employment contract
• Being part of an international, highly motivated team
• Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• Flexible working hours
• Use of our company fitness program with EGYM Wellpass
• Take benefit of attractive employee discounts through Corporate Benefits
• 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.

About us

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 over 100 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.