Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.
Our Advanced Projects unit is dedicated to expanding and complementing these capabilities by conceptualizing and pre-developing new technologies, products and programs.
We want you as a talented ground operations & industrialization engineer to help us in our mission by conceptualizing ground segment infrastructures, operations, production processes, facilities and logistics in early project phases. You will work closely with the flight system developers, program managers, system engineers and MAIT department.
Key Responsibilities
As a ground operations & industrialization engineer, your role will be continuously evolving, but day-to-day your duties will include:
What we would love to see from you
Qualifications
- Advanced degree (MSc) in aerospace engineering, industrial engineering, or another related field
- 5+ years proven working experience in spacecraft operations, production or testing
- Experience with launch operations or cryogenic process plants is a plus
- Strong system engineering and project management skills
- Hands-on design and analysis skills for mechanical, fluidic and control systems
- Familiarity with relevant European regulations, such as the FSOA, REACH, Machine Directive, EN 9100
- Fluent in English. German, French, and Italian are assets
Skills and Behaviours
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong analysis and problem-solving skills
- Strong organizing and prioritization of tasks
- Working with high independency, but high alignment within a team
- Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done
- Demonstrates behaviors consistent with The Exploration Company’s core values of Vision, Competence, Integrity, and Passion
Why you should join us!
What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:
- We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind
- We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them
- We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?
We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly.
The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.
*All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful condition of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible.
If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.*
