Turbopump Mechanical Engineer [High-Thrust Rocket Engine]

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.

The heart of a spacecraft lies in its engine, and that's why we, at The Exploration Company, are dedicated to developing our own cutting-edge Propulsion Systems ensuring the highest level of efficiency and reliability in our space endeavors.

We are seeking a talented Turbopump Mechanical Engineer to join our Future Project division.

• As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing turbopump components for rocket engines.
• Making and documenting well-reasoned consequential decisions in turbomachinery design
• Engage proactively with development engineers to assist in the conception, refinement, and validation of designs
• Carrying out the thermomechanical design of cryogenic pump components and assemblies based on specifications and best practices
• Supervision of external subcontractors and communication with suppliers
• Analytical modeling of geometric and mechanical problems and implementing solutions in programs

• Minimum of a master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related and applicable technical discipline. Alternatively, a bachelor's degree with substantial relevant experience
• Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics and mechanical design
• Some understanding of problems of machine dynamics, such as rotordynamics
• Good knowledge of materials
• Good understanding of industry standard and emerging manufacturing methods and their respective constraints
• Proficient in the use of 3D CAD software and drafting
• Experience writing software/scripts in languages like 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
• Fluency in English
• Desirable:
• Strong understanding of liquid-propellant rocket engines as a system
• Proven experience working with any kind of fast-rotating machinery
• Hands-on experience developing hardware from concept to working prototypes