Propulsion System Engineer | Nyx Moon

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.

We are seeking a talented Propulsion System Engineer to help us in our mission by contributing to the development of our future projects. In this role, you will be in charge of defining the architecture of cryogenic propulsion systems (LOX/LCH4) and designing their subsystems, working closely with our mechanical, thermal, CAD, and system engineers.

You will be part of the Future Projects Team and will report to the Nyx Moon Lander Principal Engineer and the Future Projects Lead. You will work in close collaboration with the Propulsion team and other Future Systems teams.

Key responsibilities:

• Achieve conceptual and detailed performance calculations, systems analyses, and designs.

• Specify and design the cryogenic propulsion system and reaction control system of future vehicles.

  • Transform system requirements into hardware concepts, trade implementations and architecture options.

  • Select equipment to meet the requirements.

• Perform the propulsion analyses.

  • Define Delta-V and propellant budgets.

  • Perform fluid analyses.

• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to address interface requirements and resolve integration challenges.

• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.

• Define and maintain an integrated development roadmap at the system and subsystem levels.

• Support integration activities and test campaigns.

What we would love to see from you:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• Over 2 years of related experience in cryogenic propulsion system design, development, or testing for space applications.

• Practical systems engineering mindset and approach.

• Strong engineering fundamentals in fluid dynamics and thermodynamics.

• Experience in fluid analyses using classical hand calculations and simulation software (1D tools or CFD).

• Familiarity with industry standards (NASA or ECSS) applicable to space propulsion systems.

• Passion for advancing the commercial space industry.

• Highly motivated to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up environment.

• Fluency in English.

• Fluency in Arabic, German, French and/or Italian (desirable).

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.