Assembly Technician (f/m/d) – Shetland UK

About Rocket Factory Augsburg

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) we have one goal: create low-cost, flexible and reliable access to space. We specialize in the creation of small launcher solutions designed for deploying satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we want to revolutionize space services and help enhance life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and be part of the team leading the New Space movement in Europe!

About Rocket Factory Augsburg

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) we have one goal: create low-cost, flexible and reliable access to space. We specialize in the creation of small launcher solutions designed for deploying satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we want to revolutionize space services and help enhance life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and be part of the team leading the New Space movement in Europe!

About the Team

Our international and agile team is looking for support from a motivated person as a Stage Assembly & Integration Technician (f/m/d). This is your opportunity to be closely involved in the challenging development of prototypes and time- and cost-critical test campaigns. Do you enjoy working in a committed, dynamic, and international environment? Do you want to revolutionize space travel in New Space? Then you've come to the right place.

Your Tasks Carry out fabrication work in support of site construction, operation and maintenance Carry out the mechanical installation and commissioning of new systems at the launch site Assemble fluid lines to a high cleanliness standard Perform maintenance, inspections, repairs and upgrade work on launch site systems Ensure all equipment is well maintained and serviced at appropriate intervals, and that the state of equipment is well documented Assist in AIT operations on engines and launch vehicle stages Your Qualifications Experience in metal work and fabrication – cutting, grinding, bending, deburing Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals Experience with Swagelok assembly is desirable Experience with pneumatic systems is desirable Experience with cryogenic systems is desirable Experience in hydraulic systems is desirable Team player, and works calmly under pressure Willing to work outdoors and in a remote location

We offer Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start-up Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours Home Office: Full-time employees benefit from 1 day per week home office Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with EGYM Wellpass Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and special leave days RFA Family: Join regular company and team events Parking: Free parking for car and bike Insights

Ready to take the next step?

This is the perfect opportunity to take on an exciting new challenge and be part of the leading private company in the new European space race. You'll get to work with over 300 employees from more than 44 countries and have the opportunity to accelerate your professional and personal development.

If you're looking for an environment where you can grow, take ownership and help shape the future of launch technology, we’d love to hear from you.

Ready to make history with us?