Student Research Assistant - Applicability of 3D-Printed Components in High-Altitude Platforms

Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V.

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Still open on 1 Nov

You apply on the company's own website.

Key facts

Pay: Paid according to public service tariff (TVöD)
Language needed: German and English
Subject you study: Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering

Literature research on challenges and solutions regarding the practical applicability of 3D-printed components made of high-performance filaments
Design and construction of a test rig
Practical experiments to investigate, e.g., the bonding of 3D-printed components with adhesives or the wear of moving connections in different material pairings
Determination of changed component characteristics, e.g., with unfavorable printer parameters or accelerated aging due to extreme environmental conditions
Documentation of results

Ongoing studies in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a comparable degree program
Conscientious, independent working style
Basic manual skills
First experiences in 3D printing, adhesives, or material wear
Good German or English language skills

DLR stands for diversity, appreciation, and equality for all people. We promote independent work and the individual development of our employees in their personal and professional environment. For this purpose, our numerous training and further education opportunities are available to you. Equal opportunities are a particular concern for us; we therefore aim to increase the proportion of women in science and leadership. Applications from severely disabled persons are given preference in case of professional suitability.

Literature research on challenges and solutions regarding the practical applicability of 3D-printed components made of high-performance filaments
Design and construction of a test rig
Practical experiments to investigate, e.g., the bonding of 3D-printed components with adhesives or the wear of moving connections in different material pairings
Determination of changed component characteristics, e.g., with unfavorable printer parameters or accelerated aging due to extreme environmental conditions
Documentation of results

Ongoing studies in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a comparable degree program
Conscientious, independent working style
Basic manual skills
First experiences in 3D printing, adhesives, or material wear
Good German or English language skills

DLR stands for diversity, appreciation, and equality for all people. We promote independent work and the individual development of our employees in their personal and professional environment. For this purpose, our numerous training and further education opportunities are available to you. Equal opportunities are a particular concern for us; we therefore aim to increase the proportion of women in science and leadership. Applications from severely disabled persons are given preference in case of professional suitability.