--- title: 'Design Engineer at Hypersonica' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/design-engineer-hypersonica-munich-7pbvxx14syxh' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-06' --- # Design Engineer at Hypersonica - **Company:** Hypersonica - **Location:** Munich, Germany - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-10-06 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-06 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/hypersonica-prod/036ada26-c4c4-44b8-8e93-9302f0d21c25 ## Job description Help Build Europe's Hypersonic Capability At Hypersonica, we’re redefining what’s possible in European defence technology. We exist to deliver speed, resilience, and technological independence at a pace that sets a new standard. We are a small, elite team working on problems that matter, and solving them fast. By joining Hypersonica, you’re not stepping into a predefined role. You’re joining a talent dense environment where every individual shapes the direction of the company. Our philosophy is to hire a small number of exceptional people with broad, deep technical capability, strong judgement, and the ability to operate autonomously. We hire for talent, not rigid boxes. This role represents a business need, but the way it evolves will be shaped by the individual. If you’ve achieved what others said was impossible, or you bring a unique combination of skills that doesn’t fit a traditional mould, we want to hear from you. The work you do here directly contributes to Europe’s technological independence. ## What you'll do - Design and develop complex structures for hypersonic flight hardware operating under extreme thermal, vibrational, and mechanical loads. - Own mechanical components from concept through detailed design, supporting analysis, manufacturing, and test. - Work closely with stress, thermal, and systems engineers to ensure designs are structurally sound, analysable, and flight-ready. - Translate loads, environments, and requirements into robust, lightweight, and manufacturable designs. - Produce high-quality CAD, drawings, and technical documentation suitable for prototype and flight hardware. - Support and incorporate design-for-manufacture and assembly (DFM/DFA) considerations early, working directly with suppliers and internal build teams. - Participate in design reviews, test campaigns, and post-test iterations, closing the loop between analysis, hardware, and data rapidly. - Operate in a fast-moving environment where designs evolve quickly and decisions have real hardware consequences. ## Who you are - A mechanical design engineer with >3 years’ experience in aerospace, space, defence, or similarly demanding hardware environments. - Experienced designing metallic structures exposed to high vibration, dynamic loads, and elevated temperatures. - Comfortable working at the interface of design and analysis, even if analysis is not your primary role. - Practical and detail-oriented, with strong intuition for how parts are actually manufactured, assembled, and tested. - Fluent in modern CAD and drawing practices, with a high bar for clarity, accuracy, and build readiness. - Someone who values first-principles engineering over over-process or theoretical perfection. - Comfortable working with incomplete information, making sound engineering judgements, and iterating quickly. - Motivated by building real flight hardware in a small, elite team where your work directly affects mission success. ## What we offer - A mission driven environment with the opportunity to work on one of Europe’s most consequential defence challenges, with direct impact on sovereign capability and security. - Daily collaboration with top experts across engineering, operations, and defence, with real opportunity to learn from the best, contribute, and grow. - High ownership and autonomy; no time tracking, no micromanagement, just clear objectives and accountability for outcomes. - A fast paced environment where good ideas are implemented quickly, and feedback from test and flight drives real decisions. - A culture that values clarity, integrity, and excellence, and supports people who take initiative and push boundaries responsibly. - Competitive compensation and real share options aligned to responsibility and impact, not tenure or hierarchy. At Hypersonica, every hire raises the bar. We are deliberately small, intensely capable, and deeply mission-driven. If this role feels like a strong fit, or if you believe you bring something exceptional that goes beyond the description, we encourage you to apply. Hypersonica is an equal-opportunity employer and assesses candidates solely on merit, capability, and potential. You can apply directly to this role or reach out to Nathan Sweeney, Head of Talent. We review every application and aim to respond to all candidates within two weeks, whether the answer is yes or no. ## About Hypersonica ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Hypersonica is a European defence and aerospace company developing next-generation hypersonic systems for military and civilian applications, focused on strengthening Europe's sovereign technological edge. - **Entity Type**: Private (venture-backed; investors include Plural and SPRIND) - **Headquarters**: Munich area, Germany (with a wholly owned subsidiary in London, UK) - **Founded**: Not publicly available - **Founders**: Dr. Philipp Kerth (CEO) and Dr. Marc Ewenz (CTO) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Defence, aerospace, hypersonics - **Target customers**: European governments and allied defence organisations (B2G/B2B) - **Mission or purpose statement**: “To equip Europe with the sovereign, technological edge it needs to deter military aggression and uphold freedom and independence in a more dangerous world.” [hypersonica.com/en/](https://www.hypersonica.com/en/) ## Products & Services - **Hypersonic Systems (Military & Civilian)** : Next-generation hypersonic flight vehicles designed for deep-strike capabilities and potential future autonomous space-access. The company emphasises rapid iteration, modular architecture, and cost reduction. Product type: Hardware + integrated systems. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed - **Key Metric (Funding)** : Backed by Plural (Europe-based VC) and SPRIND (German federal innovation agency). Funding amounts not publicly disclosed. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Plural (Partner Ian Hogarth), SPRIND (Director Rafael Laguna de la Vera) - **Growth Signals**: - Flight testing announced for February 2026 at Andøya, Norway - “Flight-ready in months” (vs. industry norm of years) - 80% cost reduction claim vs. traditional development - Aligned with UK‑German Trinity House Agreement on advanced defence technologies - Growing government interest in deep-strike capabilities across Europe ## Competitive Advantages - **Speed of development** – rapid iteration from design to flight-ready hardware (months, not years) - **Cost efficiency** – claims to reduce development costs by 80% - **Modular architecture** – systems that can evolve in real time to maintain operational superiority - **European sovereignty** – rooted in Munich and London, with explicit mission to reduce dependence on non-European suppliers ## Strategic Focus - Accelerate flight testing and fielding of hypersonic systems for European defence customers - Expand engineering and business teams across Munich and London - Build on the UK‑German Trinity House Agreement and similar government partnerships - Maintain technological lead through rapid prototyping and modular design ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Mission-driven “A‑Team” focused on European resilience and cutting-edge physics. Emphasis on speed, autonomy, and impact. - **Work Policy**: On‑site roles in Munich (HQ) and London. Roles include AIT Engineer, Avionics Manager, Flight Dynamics Engineer, and various engineering and technician positions. - **Hiring Process**: May use AI tools to assist with resume review and candidate assessment; final decisions made by humans. Transparency on AI usage provided. - **Perks/Engineering Culture**: Not explicitly detailed, but the company presents a fast-paced, high-stakes environment working on some of the most demanding physics in aerospace. ## Sources 1. [hypersonica.com/en/](https://www.hypersonica.com/en/) – Homepage and mission statement 2. [hypersonica.com/en/company/](https://www.hypersonica.com/en/company/) – Leadership, investors, and company details 3. [hypersonica.com/en/careers/](https://www.hypersonica.com/en/careers/) – Careers page and founding team messaging 4. 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