Airbus Defence and Space GmbH
Space Exploration
Master'sThesisStudent(d/f/m)withinPayloadEngineeringforSpaceExploration
“Master's Thesis Student (d/f/m) within Payload Engineering for Space Exploration at Airbus Defence and Space GmbH. Skills: Systems Engineering, Mechanical Design, CAD. Analyze test data. Integrate design and development plans”
What You'll Achieve.
Advance RAFT project through Phase B2; Refine mechanical and systems design; Integrate real-world test data; Manage complex international interfaces; Deliver Flight Model
Industry & Context.
Analyze results; Adapt Flight Model
Traveling overseas or within Germany (team events) is possible
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Master’s student in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Space Systems or a related field, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Design (CAD), Excellent English skills (written and spoken)
Nice to Have
ETH Zürich or similar technical universities, Basic knowledge of Space Project Management and mission lifecycles (Phase A–D), German is a plus
What You'll Do.
Integrate design and development plans
Perform detailed mechanical design
Adapt Flight Model for landing platforms
Refine system-level specifications
Perform updated risk analyses
Perform cost estimations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work in an international, interdisciplinary team; Close contact with interfaces; Part of weekly team meetings; Working with major space agencies; Working with 'New Space' industry leaders
Communication Scope
Excellent English skills (written and spoken)
Process & Methodology
Space Project Management, Mission lifecycles
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