Propulsion AIT Engineer Verified today

About the role

The Exploration Company is building innovative aerospace technologies that advance the future of space transportation. We need a Propulsion AIT Engineer to lead Assembly, Integration and Test activities on Huracan, our cryogenic engine. This is a hands-on role at the interface between engineering, manufacturing, quality, and test operations.

What you will do

• Lead the assembly and acceptance testing of Huracan subcomponents, in particular the thrust chamber assembly
• Participate in full engine builds, integrating the thrust chamber assembly with the engine structure, fluid components, valves, instrumentation, pumps, piping, and other propulsion subsystems
• Develop detailed assembly procedures, work instructions and manufacturing documentation
• Define tooling, fixtures and ground support equipment required for engine assembly
• Ensure assemblies comply with cleanliness, contamination control and configuration management requirements
• Perform leak checks, pressure testing, functional checks, instrumentation checks, and other verification or acceptance activities under approved procedures and relevant safety controls
• Support hot-firing test campaign preparation, including hardware readiness reviews, tooling and equipment checks, procedure walk-downs, and test article closeout
• Record build data, inspection results, non-conformities, deviations, rework, and as-built information in the ERP system
• Help investigate assembly or integration issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions in collaboration with engineering and quality teams
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of assembly processes, work instructions, tooling, ergonomics, and production readiness

Who you are

• Young graduate in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or another related field (master's and above preferred), preferably with rocketry experience or individual projects
• Experience assembling or integrating mechanical systems in a laboratory, workshop, production, or test environment, ideally related to propulsion, pressure systems, fluidic assemblies, or complex hardware
• Familiarity with CAD, PLM, ERP, manufacturing execution, or technical documentation systems
• Understanding of torque-controlled assembly, cleanliness practices, FOD prevention, leak testing, pressure testing, or dimensional inspection
• Understanding of configuration management, non-conformance management, root-cause analysis, and quality documentation
• Exposure to manufacturing processes (e.g. machining, welding, additive manufacturing, surface treatments, inspections) and their impact on tolerances and performance
• Rigor and attention to detail in understanding requirements, following procedures, checking work, and maintaining accurate records
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, taking ownership of getting the hardware ready
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and communicating clearly about hardware status, risks, and constraints
• A passion for space exploration and the motivation to see propulsion hardware move from drawings to tested engines

Why join us

• 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

Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.