The Exploration Company

About The Exploration Company

Affordable and sustainable space exploration for all

🏢 Manufacturing👥 51-250📅 Founded 2021📍 Planegg, Germany

Key Highlights

  • Headquartered in Planegg, Germany with a global vision
  • Developing the Themis reusable space vehicle
  • Team size of 51-250 dedicated to space innovation
  • Focus on sustainability in space exploration

The Exploration Company, headquartered in Planegg, Germany, is dedicated to democratizing space exploration by providing affordable and sustainable solutions for both space and non-space industries. Their flagship product, the 'Themis' reusable space vehicle, aims to lower the cost of access to spac...

🎁 Benefits

Employees enjoy competitive salaries, equity options, flexible working hours, and opportunities for remote work. The company also offers generous PTO ...

🌟 Culture

The Exploration Company fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, emphasizing sustainability and accessibility in space exploration. Their en...

Overview

The Exploration Company is hiring a Senior MAIT Mechanisms Engineer to oversee the mechanical integration and testing of their Nyx space vehicle. You'll be responsible for managing laboratory setups and supporting subsystem testing in various facilities. This role requires significant experience in mechanical engineering.

Job Description

Who you are

You are a Senior MAIT Mechanisms Engineer with a strong background in mechanical engineering, particularly in the aerospace sector. You have experience in setting up and managing laboratory environments, ensuring that mechanisms can be manufactured and tested effectively. Your leadership skills enable you to guide other engineers and technicians in executing complex operations. You are detail-oriented and capable of writing comprehensive procedures for assembly and mechanical setups. You thrive in collaborative environments and are willing to support activities across various facilities, including international locations.

What you'll do

In this role, you will manage the setup of the MAIT Mechanisms laboratory in Turin, Italy, ensuring that all necessary equipment and processes are in place for effective testing. You will support subsystem testing at The Exploration Company and partner facilities, coordinating efforts to ensure that all tests are executed smoothly. Your responsibilities will include writing detailed procedures for assembly and mechanical setups, organizing EVT campaigns, and leading operations while mentoring junior engineers. You will also be responsible for managing reports at the end of operations and supporting the procurement of specific equipment designed internally.

What we offer

The Exploration Company provides a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration are at the forefront. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the aerospace industry, contributing to the development of a modular and reusable space vehicle. We value diversity and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. Relocation assistance is available for those willing to move to Turin, including visa sponsorship where applicable.

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