Transducer Integration Scientist (D/F/M)

Mission Brief  As an Avionics Technician within the AIT team, you will play a critical role in the final assembly, integration, and checkout of our launch vehicle's avionic and electromechanical systems. You will be responsible for routing and installing complex wire harnesses, integrating precision sensors and avionics units, and supporting critical test operations. This role requires a high degree of craftsmanship, working with both advanced composite and metallic structures, and operating safely around high-pressure and cryogenic fluid systems.  Your Role in Our Space Mission:  Key Responsibilities  * Harness Routing & Installation: Route, secure, and install complex vehicle wire harnesses in accordance with engineering drawings and aerospace standards.   * Structural Bonding & Adhesives: Prepare surfaces and bond ClickBond clips and standoffs to metallic and composite structures. Apply aerospace-grade adhesives.   * Avionics Unit Installation: Install and mechanically secure telemetry modules, batteries, and other avionics enclosures.  * Precision Mechanical Assembly: Use torque wrenches and calibrated hand tools to mate structural and electrical components, ensuring strict adherence to torque specifications and engineering drawings.  * Crimping & Soldering: Perform high-reliability crimping, pinning, and soldering on flight connectors and wire splices.   * Rework & Modification: Execute precise rework and modifications on existing wire harnesses, connectors, and pinouts based on engineering change orders.  * Sensor Installation & Checkout: Install and connect critical flight sensors (pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, accelerometers, etc.) and verify functionality.  * Fluid Connections: Install fluid lines using Swagelok fittings and components for instrumentation and purging systems.  * Hazardous Operations Support: Work in close proximity to or directly interface avionics components with Cryogenic Liquid Oxygen (LOX) and Liquid Propellant (LPP) systems, adhering to strict cleanliness (oxygen clean) and safety protocols.  * Electrical Checkouts: Utilize multimeters, megohmmeters, and specialized test equipment to perform continuity, isolation, and bonding checks.  * Testing & Troubleshooting: Conducting integrated system testing and pre-launch checkouts alone or alongside test engineers    Qualifications & Skills  * Completed vocational training as an aircraft mechanic, specializing in avionics technician, maintenance technician or comparable training in accordance with the requirements   * Proven experience as an avionics, electrical, or electromechanical technician in aerospace, aviation, or high-reliability manufacturing.  * Proficient with precision hand tools, calibrated torque wrenches, and electrical test equipment (multimeters).  * Experience working on both carbon fiber/composite and aluminum aerostructures.  * Strong knowledge of aerospace crimping, soldering, and harness manufacturing standards.  * Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, wire lists, and mechanical engineering drawings.  * Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.  * Familiarity with safety protocols surrounding high-pressure gases and cryogenics.  * High attention to detail and a strong commitment to flight safety and quality.    Qualification Checklist  * 2+ years of experience in aerospace, rocketry, aviation, or a high-reliability manufacturing environment (eg, defense, motorsports).  * Strong background in reading and interpreting complex engineering blueprints, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.  * Demonstrated experience with precision measuring tools, torque wrenches, crimp tools, and specialized aerospace hand tools.  * Comfortable working with hazardous materials, structural epoxies, primers, and solvents.  * Familiarity with the hazards of high-pressure systems, hazardous propellants, and cryogenic fluids (LOX/LPP).  * Fluent in English and German   * Ability to stand for long periods, crawl into tight spaces (inside rocket fairings or stages), and work from ladders or elevated platforms.  * Fine motor skills and dexterity for handling small components and delicate wiring.  * Ability to lift up to 35 lbs regularly.    Bonus Skills  * Certifications such as IPC/WHMA-A-620 (Requirements for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies) or NASA-STD-8739.  * Prior experience with launch vehicle integration or test operations.  Benefits:  * 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 * Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children Who we are 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   Data Protection We process your personal data for the purpose of managing the recruitment process and assessing your application. 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QphoX is looking for a Head of Product to lead the transformation of our quantum transducer technologies from R&D prototypes to scalable, market-ready products. As Head of Product, you will define and execute the product strategy, align the roadmap with QphoX’s strategic objectives, and work closely with the engineering, fabrication, and business teams to deliver our next-generation offerings. As a member of our team, you will help develop and produce the next generation of integrated transducers and take their performance to the next level. You will bridge technical excellence and commercial impact, ensuring our products meet customer needs and quality standards at every stage of development while working with the most advanced techniques and state-of-the-art tools available. You will be involved in: * Build, mentor and manage a cross-functional engineering team. * Develop and maintain the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with QphoX’s long-term vision and commercial strategy. * Drive the process of taking technologies from R&D through validation, scaling, and market introduction. * Interface with external partners, suppliers and customers to gather feedback, define product requirements, and validate solutions. * Identify market trends, customer needs and emerging opportunities in the quantum hardware ecosystem. * Establish systems for documentation, product lifecycle management, and cross-departmental coordination. * Work closely with nanofabrication, quantum engineering, and business development teams to translate technical progress into product value. Skills and knowledge you will bring to QphoX: * MSc or PhD in Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline. * 10+ years’ experience in product management or technical leadership, ideally in deep-tech, semiconductor, photonics, or quantum hardware. * Strong understanding of R&D to production transitions in high-tech or nanofabrication environments. * Demonstrated ability to manage interdisciplinary teams and coordinate across engineering, fabrication and business functions. * Excellent organizational and communication skills, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style. * Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and able to translate complex technology into actionable roadmaps and deliverables. Our Ideal Candidate: You are a technically fluent, strategically minded leader who thrives in bridging science and business. You enjoy working in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments, where collaboration, curiosity, and clear communication are key. You combine a detail-oriented mindset with a passion for building the infrastructure that will enable the quantum future. Teamwork is an essential value of our company, hence fitting into the team is crucial. Finally, they would have to feel positive working in fast-paced learning environment. We strongly encourage people of any underrepresented group to apply as we are committed to diversity and work to build an inclusive environment where all people, regardless of gender, race, religion, or background, can thrive. Benefits and other perks of working with us: * Competitive salary * Employment stock ownership plan * End-year performance-based bonus * 25 days of holidays on a full-time basis * Career growth opportunities * Opportunities to network and connect About us: At QphoX we strive to be an inclusive place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to learn, to live their passion and do their best work. We are dedicated to promoting equality, creating a safe environment for everyone, and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, socioeconomic background and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. We truly think diversity is a strength and working in a diverse environment, and being exposed to a variety of perspectives makes us stronger as a team and better human beings.