Avionics Equipment Mechanical Design Engineer

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 highly motivated and skilled Engineer to join our Avionics Equipment Design team. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in the mechanical design, assembly, and testing efforts for the in-house developed avionics systems of our reusable space capsule. The engineer will also have the opportunity to contribute to main architecture trade-offs as part of a dedicated task force.

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical Design:

  • Conduct detailed mechanical design using Siemens NX.

  • Collaborate with the hardware design engineers to gain feedback on the design and implement suggested changes for next design iterations.

  • Prepare manufacturing drawings for the components, conduct the standard parts release procedures for the units.

  • Prepare the necessary Bill of Material documentations for the units.

• Mechanical AIT:

  • Prepare the necessary Assembly Procedure documents for the units.

  • Conduct the mechanical assembly of the units, documenting each step (used fastener type, torque, etc.).

  • Support the preparation of the Test Procedure documents and Test Report documents.

  • Be the Avionics Equipment Team's representative during the vibration and thermal testing of the units.

• Documentation and Reporting:

  • Prepare comprehensive reports detailing design decisions, implemented changes between design versions, and recommendations for design improvements.

  • Document the conducted Assembly Procedure for each unit assembled.

• Nyx-Earth Task Force, Support and Collaboration:

  • Provide support to a dedicated task force focused on Nyx-Earth main architecture trade-offs, contributing to decisions.

  • Collaborate with system engineering teams, to ensure the best cross-functional approach to spacecraft design.

What we would love to see from you

In the role of Avionics Equipment Mechanical Engineer ideally, you will have the following:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.

• Solid understanding of mechanical design and AIT principles.

• Experience with Siemens NX.

• Experience in AIT procedures and

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Eagerness to learn and contribute to a fast-paced, innovative startup environment.

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.