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Working Student Aerial Refueling – LOX Refueling System (m/f/d)

CompanyPolaris Raumflugzeuge GmbH
LocationBremen
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 16, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The working student will be responsible for developing a test bench for LOX refueling tests and supporting the development of a LOX-compatible docking mechanism. Additional responsibilities include supporting the production and system integration of the tanker aircraft and assisting in flight test campaigns.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
56
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The German aerospace startup POLARIS is developing a novel reusable space launch and hypersonic transport system. The spaceplane combines aircraft and rocket launcher technologies within a unique design. The multi-purpose spaceplane offers a game-changing economic viability and provides an enabler technology for routine cheap and safe access to space.
About the Role

Why us?

POLARIS Raumflugzeuge GmbH develops innovative transportation systems that redefine access to space for payloads and passengers. As part of our aerial refueling project, we are developing a fully autonomous formation flight capability between tanker and receiver aircraft to perform aerial refueling fully autonomously. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a working student to support our Aerial Refueling Team at our headquarters in Bremen.  

Join our dynamic and fast-growing startup and be part of our exciting journey to revolutionize space transportation and hypersonics. We are a passionate team dedicated to pushing boundaries, fostering innovation, and creating impactful solutions that make a difference.


Your profile

  • Student in aerospace engineering or a related technical field 
  • Experience with CAD programs
  • Hands-on experience with test benches 
  • Basic understanding of aircraft manufacturing and integration processes 
  • Experience with fluid technology
  • Experience with cryogenic liquids
  • Solid programming skills, ideally in Python advantageous
  • Excellent analytical skills and willingness to extend own expertise 
  • Team player and start-up mentality


Your mission

  • Responsible for developing a test bench for LOX refueling tests 
  • Support in the development of a LOX-compatible docking mechanism
  • Support the production and system integration of the tanker aircraft 
  • Support in other areas of the aerial refueling project
  • Supporting flight test campaigns

Key Skills
Aerospace EngineeringCAD ProgramsTest BenchesAircraft ManufacturingIntegration ProcessesFluid TechnologyCryogenic LiquidsProgramming SkillsPythonAnalytical SkillsTeam PlayerStart-up Mentality
Categories
EngineeringTransportationScience & Research