Parachute System Engineer

Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.

We are looking for a Parachute System Engineer who will be responsible for the design, development, integration, and qualification of parachute systems and their associated mechanisms for aerospace vehicles.

This role emphasizes structural analysis, mechanism design, and system-level integration, ensuring safe and reliable deployment and operation under demanding flight conditions.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the conceptual and detailed design of the different systems involved in the parachute deployment chain.

• Own technical documentation, including requirements, design reports, analysis summaries and test plans.

• Support the integration of the system into overall vehicle architecture, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team (mechanical, thermal, avionics, AIT, etc.) .

• Evaluate mechanical and thermal loads, material selection, and interface requirements for the development of the systems.

• Perform sizing calculations for the different assemblies included in the system.

• Define and execute development test plans, from engineering model concept up to qualification reviews.

• Define test configuration, instrumentation, and data analysis to validate performance of the systems.

• Coordinate with suppliers and external partners for hardware sourcing, qualification, and compliance.

• Support trade-off studies involving weight, cost, reliability, manufacturability, and safety margins.

🎓 What We Would Love to See from You

📜 Qualifications:

• Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

• 5 years of experience in space systems engineering, preferably in the development of deceleration systems and/or mechanisms.

• Experience in space systems qualification and integration.

• Basic Knowledge of CAD and FEA tools (e.g., Siemens NX, Hyperworks), and hand calculations for structural sizing.

• Good understanding of space design principles and materials.

• Good understanding of mechanism design for space application.

• Familiarity with industry standards and DFMR.

• Programming skills to support internal development of tools is an asset.

• Fluent in English. German, French or Italian are an asset.

🛠️ Skills and Behaviors:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly and concisely,

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment,

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Strong organizing and prioritization of tasks

• Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done,

• Demonstrates behaviours consistent with The Exploration Company’s core values of Vision, Competence, Integrity and Passion,

Why you should join us!

What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:  

• 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. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?  

We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. 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.