Propulsion Structural 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.

As a talented Propulsion Structural Engineer, you will support the design, justification, testing and validation of the mechanical structure of the propulsion system and its main components.

Key Responsibilities / Tasks:

In your capacity as a Propulsion Structural Engineer, your role will be continuously evolving, but day to day your duties will include:

• Reviewing static & dynamic load inputs, material properties, test data, and component requirements to properly set up structural analysis cases.

• Performing static and dynamic mechanical analysis, with detailed validation methodologies and appropriate justifications of the overall propulsion system using the appropriate applicable standards.

• Perform fracture mechanics evaluations, crack growth analyses, and damage tolerance assessments. Conduct fatigue life predictions for welded joints, fasteners, and high-cycle/low-cycle load environments.

• Support anomaly investigations by performing root cause analyses on structural damage and/or justifications of non-conformities

• Support design reviews, verification activities, and engineering decision-making with sound analytical reasoning.

What we would love to see from you:

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering and 3+ years of related experience

• Strong understanding of structural design and analysis principles.

• Strong understanding of development and qualification space standards for pressurized components (e.g., AIAA S-080-1998)

• Ability to conduct structural analysis using classical hand-calculations and finite element techniques

• Fundamental knowledge of structure strength, stability, and fatigue failure mechanisms

• Proficiency with FEA tools such as Hypermesh/Hyperview as pre-processing and Nastran/Optistruct as solver.

• CAD proficiency (NX experience is a plus)

• Programming skills (preferably Python or VBA) for automation and process optimization.

• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

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.