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The Exploration Company · Munich, Germany · Space Systems · first seen 2026-07-16
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The Role

You will support the preparation and execution of functional and environmental tests for the Nyx spacecraft, maintain requirement traceability, and document results to support verification closure. Working closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you help ensure the Nyx performs as intended throughout the mission lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the definition and implementation of Nyx Earth system integration and verification activities, ensuring alignment with technical and programmatic requirements, model philosophy, facilities availability, planning and costing.
  • Define test plans and specifications with clear success criteria and support generation of test procedures with the team.
  • Prepare, organize and execute spacecraft functional system campaigns to ensure closure of all system safety and performance requirements, including nominal and off-nominal spacecraft behaviors.
  • Coordinate the integration and test of subsystems and components to ensure alignment and connectivity of higher-level integrated systems.
  • Organize reviews and prepare data packages in support of integration and verification activities.
  • Generate reports and products that drive closure of verifications associated with test events.
  • Collaborate with all functional chain responsible parties and engineering disciplines to prepare and perform tests.
  • Process anomalies occurring during test campaigns in coordination with the Product Assurance Team and Engineering Team.

Experience and Knowledge

  • 1 to 5 years of experience in systems design, analysis, and testing of aerospace or space-related systems.
  • Hands-on hardware experience.
  • Practical experience with functional test platforms, such as software in the loop, hardware in the loop, and bench testing.
  • Experience working with spacecraft requirements, NASA standards, and ECSS standards.
  • Experience in development and verification of space hardware.
  • Spacecraft systems knowledge, with a focus on flight software, avionics, and guidance, navigation, and control.

Skills and Behaviors

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong analysis and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organizing and prioritization of tasks.
  • Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done.
  • Ability to communicate at all levels of the business.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced development environment.