Propulsion Functional Engineer

The role

You will define the functional architecture of the Storm engine to ensure subsystem integration. You will perform architecture trade-off studies, develop functional performance models, and contribute to systems engineering and testing.

What you will do

• Contribute to architecture trade-off studies, sensitivity analyses, and risk assessments
• Perform component selection and make-or-buy decisions
• Evaluate and optimize engine architecture and operating conditions
• Develop and maintain functional performance models using EcosimPro and Python
• Define and allocate functional requirements for the engine and subsystems
• Contribute to FMEA to ensure reliability and safety targets
• Contribute to the definition of demonstrator architectures and operating conditions
• Analyse test data and use results to validate and anchor system models

Required qualifications

• Master's Degree or higher (or NZ and AUS Bachelor with honors) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related and applicable technical discipline, or a bachelor's degree with substanti
• Minimum 2 years of proven experience working with cryogenic propulsion systems
• Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics and thermodynamics
• Fluency in English
• Basic knowledge of aerospace standards (e.g. ECSS, NASA guidelines)
• Experience with modelling and simulation tools (e.g. EcosimPro) and/or experience writing scripts in Python
• Strong ability to work in close collaboration with others
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills
• Strong research skills and ability to infer useful information from partial or even contradictory sources
• Drive towards excellence coupled with ability to work within time constraints
• Proficiency in organization and prioritization of tasks

Nice to have

• Proficiency in German or French
• Hands-on experience developing hardware from concept to working prototypes

Benefits

• Relocation assistance is provided

Before you apply

• Relocation assistance is provided including visa sponsorship where applicable
• All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check

About the company

The Exploration Company is building spacecraft for humanity.