
About The Exploration Company
Affordable and sustainable space exploration for all
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...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
The Exploration Company is hiring a Planning Engineer to manage production planning and external supply chain operations for their modular space vehicle, Nyx. You'll utilize Odoo as the main ERP tool to ensure timely delivery and resource availability.
Job Description
Who you are
You have experience in production planning and supply chain management, ideally within the aerospace or manufacturing sectors. Your familiarity with ERP systems, particularly Odoo, allows you to efficiently manage workflows and ensure smooth operations. You possess strong organizational skills and can effectively prioritize tasks to meet project milestones. Your ability to collaborate across teams, including manufacturing, quality, and procurement, ensures that all aspects of production are aligned and functioning optimally. You are proactive in following up with suppliers and addressing any potential delays in the supply chain. You understand the importance of timely delivery in manufacturing and are committed to maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
What you'll do
As a Planning Engineer at The Exploration Company, you will oversee the flow of parts and assemblies from suppliers to internal manufacturing. You will manage external supply chain operations, ensuring that suppliers deliver on time and that production progress is monitored closely. Your role will involve preparing work orders and defining the necessary tooling and resources required for production. You will utilize Odoo to manage planning updates and align priorities with project milestones. Daily interactions with cross-functional teams will be essential as you consolidate planning efforts and ensure resource availability. You will also provide visibility on supplier status and internal workload, identifying risks that could impact delivery timelines.
What we offer
Joining The Exploration Company means being part of a pioneering team dedicated to advancing space technology. You will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects that push the boundaries of what is possible in space exploration. We offer a collaborative work environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of our missions. Additionally, we provide relocation assistance for those willing to move to Bordeaux, including visa sponsorship where applicable. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
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