The DLR Institute of Maintenance and Modification is dedicated to shaping the future of aviation through research and technology transfer. With its vision "We Maintain Mobility for a Sustainable Future", the institute focuses on life cycle analyses, maintenance technologies and the optimisation of digital processes in order to improve technical operations in aviation.
What can you expect
A dynamic team of scientists awaits you in the department of Product Lifecyle Management at the DLR Institute for Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul. We are researching how to enhance the efficiency of products by integrating, analysing and evaluating all relevant information over the entire life cycle. With this knowledge, we support the continuous improvement of designs and offer recommendations for action to optimise product utilization strategies.
Your tasks
Driven by the goal of developing maintenance strategies for the future, you will support us in systematically collecting, analysing and documenting the existing records on maintenance technologies for Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) technology.
The growing demand of global connectivity, earth observation and other satellite-based services has driven the deployment of large-scale satellite constellations resulting in a significant surge in space launches. Reusable Launch Vehicles have reduced launch costs and shortened turnaround times, significantly increasing interest and demand for them in recent decades. Nevertheless, the associated maintenance technology still remains in its infancy. Through the following activities, you will contribute to advancing research in this area:
- Identify and document the maintenance practices developed to date for Reusable Launch Vehicles
- Define a classification of the elaborated data, based on relevant criteria
- Create a framework to store and organize the collected information in a systematic manner
What you bring with you
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in the field of engineering (e.g. aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering), computer science, data science or a comparable field of study
- Knowledge, experience and a keen interest in aerospace systems
- Basic understanding of conducting scientific research along with proper documentation practices
- Structured, methodological manner of work
- Proficient with common MS Office applications
- Very good ability to communicate in German and English
The work will be carried out in Hamburg-Finkenwerder.
We look forward to getting to know you!
If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 4642) please contact:
Dr. Ahmad Ali Pohya
Tel.: +49 40 2489641 143
