Mechanical Analyses Engineer
Here at The Exploration Company, we are building spacecrafts for humanity.
Here at The Exploration Company we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refueled in orbit, and which carries cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.
We want you as a talented Mechanical Analyses Engineer to help us in our mission by contributing to the development, justification and validation of our vehicle. You will work closely with our CAD, thermal and mechanism engineers to optimize together the vehicle mechanical design. You will be part of the Nyx Design Office and will report to the Principal Mechanical Engineer.
Own the mechanical design of primary and secondary structures of the vehicle.
Design and analyze both metallic and composite structures using advanced materials (e.g., Define material selection and consider manufacturing constraints in the design.
Ensure supplier designs meet performance, quality, and schedule requirements.
Perform or oversee structural analyses (FEA) to validate designs under launch, orbital and reentry environments.
Support environmental testing and qualification campaigns.
Generate detailed design documentation and verification plans.
ECSS, NASA, ISO).
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
~4+ years of experience in mechanical design and architecture, preferably in the space or aerospace sector.
~ Strong expertise in composite and or metallic materials and structures sizing.
~ Proficiency in FEA tools (Nastran and Hyperworks).
~ Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
~ Familiarity with manufacturing techniques (e.g., milling, out-of-autoclave curing, …).
Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done,
Fluent in English. Knowledge of German, French and Italian is an asset.
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. 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.
All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.
Here at The Exploration Company we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refueled in orbit, and which carries cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.
We want you as a talented Mechanical Analyses Engineer to help us in our mission by contributing to the development, justification and validation of our vehicle. You will work closely with our CAD, thermal and mechanism engineers to optimize together the vehicle mechanical design. You will be part of the Nyx Design Office and will report to the Principal Mechanical Engineer.
Own the mechanical design of primary and secondary structures of the vehicle.
Design and analyze both metallic and composite structures using advanced materials (e.g., Define material selection and consider manufacturing constraints in the design.
Ensure supplier designs meet performance, quality, and schedule requirements.
Perform or oversee structural analyses (FEA) to validate designs under launch, orbital and reentry environments.
Support environmental testing and qualification campaigns.
Generate detailed design documentation and verification plans.
ECSS, NASA, ISO).
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
~4+ years of experience in mechanical design and architecture, preferably in the space or aerospace sector.
~ Strong expertise in composite and or metallic materials and structures sizing.
~ Proficiency in FEA tools (Nastran and Hyperworks).
~ Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
~ Familiarity with manufacturing techniques (e.g., milling, out-of-autoclave curing, …).
Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done,
Fluent in English. Knowledge of German, French and Italian is an asset.
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. 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.
All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.