Controls & Automation Engineer (m/f/d)

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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. For detailed information on how your data is processed, including your rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy . Disclaimer Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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Mission Brief As a Controls & Automation Engineer at ISAR, you will be deeply involved in building and maintaining all kinds of test benches, test sites and launch sites for subcomponent testing up to launching rockets. This will include planning, developing and commissioning of the required control systems (Beckhoff PLC & TwinCAT 3), followed by full lifecycle support, including troubleshooting and upgrading systems. Your Role in Our Space Mission : Develop PLC software for new and existing ground systems Design PLC hardware setups and topologies Perform risk analyses and design safety-critical electrical systems Commission control systems of new ground systems and tweak to operator's needs Maintain and support ground systems in all phases of their lifecycle Troubleshoot PLC systems Qualification Checklist A degree in electrical engineering, automation technology, or the like/ A certified engineer (German: 'staatlich geprüfter Techniker') in automation technology 2+ years of experience in automation and PLC technology, ideally using Beckhoff PLCs Experience in the field of PLC programming (soft-PLC) and commissioning, ideally using Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 or CODESYS based systems Hands-on experience in giving technical support and troubleshooting in the field or remotely Knowledge about industrial fieldbus systems Basic understanding of electrical schematics Highly organized and proactive with high attention to detail Can-do attitude and outstanding communication skills Fluent in English Bonus Skills Experience with measurement technology and broad knowledge of sensors and sensor signals Experience with functional safety system design and implementation

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