Engine Assembly Technician (m/f/d)

The role

You will support engine development and flight test operations at a rocket engine test site. You will operate, maintain, and upgrade test facilities, engines, and related components.

What you will do

• Perform assembly, maintenance, calibration, and repair of mechanical systems.
• Support test operations by preparing mechanical systems.
• Support commissioning, pressure testing, and engine hotfire activities.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues with engines and test facility systems.
• Assist with the installation and configuration of test equipment.
• Follow established operational and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, calibration, test activities, and incidents.
• Participate in regular safety briefings and training.
• Suggest improvements to processes, tooling, and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness of work areas, tools, and equipment.

Required qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in a technical, hands-on mechanical role.
• Hands-on experience with high-pressure gas systems: assembly, commissioning, leak checking, and operation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and proficiency in the use of hand and power tools, measurement instruments, and test equipment.
• Familiarity with maintenance and troubleshooting of complex mechanical and fluid systems.
• Basic proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and procedures.
• Safety-conscious mindset and knowledge of relevant safety regulations and compliance standards.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Nice to have

• Experience in aerospace, energy, or high-pressure systems.
• Practical experience with hazardous systems/environments (e.g., cryogenics, pyrophorics, explosive atmospheres).
• Experience in a development test environment, especially with cryogenics and high-pressure gas systems.
• Relevant technical education, certifications, or licenses.
• Experience with CAD software and MS Office suite.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative.

Benefits

• Employee Participation Program: virtual company share program
• 30 days of vacation
• Subsidised lunch
• Relocation support with relocation bonus and option for subsidized temporary housing
• Transportation to/from work with company cars available for pick-up and drop-off
• Wellness allowance: yearly 5.000 SEK allowance for wellness activities
• Individual learning allowance granted after the probation period
• Access via OpenUp to online support from certified psychologists and lifestyle experts at no cost to you and your family

About the company

Isar Aerospace is a fast-growing company building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space. The company aims to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit.