Orbital Welding Technician (m/f/d)

The role

You will support prototype and series production by operating, programming and inspecting orbital welding processes for critical aerospace components. You will work with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure quality and safety standards.

What you will do

• Operate orbital welding machines in prototype and production environments
• Create, adapt and optimize welding programs
• Prepare and inspect parts prior to welding
• Inspect weld seams after welding and document results
• Read and understand technical drawings and specifications
• Work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams
• Support continuous improvement of welding processes
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards

Required qualifications

• Technical/vocational education in manufacturing, welding or a related field
• 3 -5 years experience in a technical or industrial environment
• Basic welding skills
• Experience or strong interest in prototype manufacturing
• Ability to read technical drawings
• Basic computer skills for program handling and documentation
• Careful, structured and quality-focused working style
• Team-oriented with good communication skills
• Fluent English language skills

Nice to have

• orbital welding experience is an advantage
• german language skills are a plus
• Experience with robotic programming or automated welding systems
• Previous aerospace or high-reliability industry experience

Benefits

• Employee Participation Program: virtual company share program
• 30 days of vacation
• Company pension plan with 20% employer contribution after the probation period
• Subsidised lunch
• Flexible mobility budget: choice between fully financed Deutschlandticket, JobRad bicycle leasing, FINN JobAuto, or a fuel allowance
• Sport Clubs membership: sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
• Individual learning allowance granted after the probation period
• Childcare allowance for non-school-age children

Before you apply

• Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process

About the company

Isar Aerospace is 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. They are building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.