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You design experiments, execute them independently, analyze results, and translate findings into process improvements that directly influence tank performance. You don't inherit a finished method - you develop one. From experiment design to test execution, data analysis to knowledge transfer, you take responsibility for the work and its results.\nTHE WHY\n COPV failure in spaceflight is a solved problem - if the underlying process is right. The quality of our composite winding process determines the quality of every tank we build. We need an engineer who will own this research, drive it forward independently, and help us produce tanks that do not fail.\nYOUR IMPACT\n\nYou don't just run experiments. You build the process knowledge that improves every tank we produce.\n\nYou ensure:\n\nexperiments are designed thoroughly and executed according to plan\nfindings are analyzed critically and translated into concrete process improvements\nknowledge is documented and shared so the team moves forward together\nYour tasks in detail and by priority: Design and execute experiments to advance our winding process and improve tank performance. Learn from every project, continuously increase efficiency, and develop new ideas for improvement.\n→ High Performance: Deliver strong results under pressure. Each project makes the next one better.\n\nTake full responsibility for assigned projects, including scope, schedule, and deliverables. Drive projects forward independently, challenge your own conclusions, and continuously push for better results.\n→ Accountability: Own your work. Follow through. Deliver results independently.\n\nCollaborate effectively with colleagues across the company. Coordinate test activities, proactively communicate progress, and contribute to a team that operates as one.\n→ Togetherness: The team succeeds together. Support others as you expect to be supported.\n\nDefend your conclusions with confidence while remaining open to constructive criticism. Document and share knowledge proactively so learning becomes organizational rather than individual.\n→ Candor: Surface problems early. Speak up. Fix things faster.\n\nApproach technical challenges with genuine curiosity and the drive to understand how things work. Experiment with new approaches and stay energized by solving complex problems.\n→ Playfulness: Serious about the mission. Driven by curiosity.\nYOUR PROFILE\nMust-Haves\nEngineering degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (BSc minimum; MSc or PhD preferred).\nAt least two years of hands-on experience with composite materials and their processing.\nAt least one thesis project or professional role focused on composites, including materials, processing, structural design, or testing.\nExperience with process optimization, analysis, and improvement in a manufacturing or development environment.\nHands-on mindset and confidence working in laboratory, workshop, or test environments, combined with strong theoretical understanding.\nStrong ownership, willingness to document and share knowledge, ability to admit mistakes, and fluent English.\nNice to haveExperience with filament winding, wet winding, towpreg, tape placement, laminate design, or related composite manufacturing technologies.\nKnowledge of metallic materials and manufacturing processes.\nWHAT WE OFFER\nChoose your own benefit: Germany ticket, Egym Wellpass, or a tax-free Give Card\n\nHealthy & social lunch culture: Fresh meals during shared lunch breaks\n\nHigh level of autonomy & real impact: You own a critical seam in the business - 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