Senior Manufacturing Engineer Additive Manufacturing (m/f/d)

Mission Brief

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Additive Manufacturing, you are the technical authority and process owner for metal AM production (LPBF and related post‑processing). You ensure manufacturing readiness from prototype through series production, establish robust and scalable processes, and drive industrialization in close collaboration with Design, R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain. You lead process capability, quality governance, and continuous improvement to deliver high‑yield, cost‑efficient, and repeatable AM production.

Our machinery includes only state-of-the-art machines and equipment, as well as the latest additive manufacturing processes.

Your Role in Our Space Mission:

• Own the end‑to‑end AM manufacturing process, including build preparation, parameter development, powder lifecycle, and post‑processing (heat treatment, machining, finishing).

• Lead industrialization and NPI for AM parts, including pFMEA, control plans, capability studies, and process validation from prototype to serial production.

• Lead problem‑solving, root cause analysis, and structural improvements for yield, machine uptime, and process stability.

• Establish quality frameworks for AM (parameter set control, acceptance criteria, build data governance) and lead complex investigations using structured methodologies.

• Collaborate with Design on DfAM, providing guidance on manufacturability, critical features, and cost drivers.

• Define equipment requirements and support investment planning for new AM infrastructure and automation.

• Mentor engineers and technicians in AM methods, process engineering rigor, and statistical thinking.

• Ensure safe operation of AM, powder handling, heat treatment, and post‑processing equipment following HSE standards.

Qualification Checklist

• Degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent education

• Professional experience in metal AM (ideally LPBF) in aerospace, high‑tech, or similar environments

• Strong expertise across the AM chain: slicing, parameter development, powder handling, in‑situ monitoring, post‑processing, and NDT/CT.

• Strong proficiency with CAD and AM toolchains (e.g., 3DXpert, SolidWorks/Teamcenter, build prep/slicing software), and with data analysis for process control.

• Demonstrated ability to lead industrialization projects and manage TRL/MRL maturity gates.

• Strong problem‑solving skills, structured working style, and ability to operate in fast‑paced environments.

• Fluent English; German is a plus.

• Knowledge of Lean, continuous improvement, and process capability assessment

Bonus Skills

• Experience with advanced/automated AM systems (automated depowdering, build monitoring, MES integration).

• Experience in powder development and testing.

• Background in automated or quality‑critical production systems.

Benefits

• Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program

• 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge

• Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period

• Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day

• Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket

• Rental clothing with laundry service: Enjoy hassle-free workwear with our convenient rental clothing and laundry service

• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)

• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period

• Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children

• And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team.

Who we are

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

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.