Turbopump Mechanical Engineer

1w1 week ago

The Exploration Company

Rome, IT · Full-time · €60,000 – €90,000

About this role

Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle refuelled in orbit to carry cargo and potentially humans. The heart of a spacecraft lies in its engine. We are dedicated to cutting-edge Propulsion Systems for efficiency and reliability.

As Turbopump Mechanical Engineer in our Future Project division, you will design, analyze, and optimize turbopump components for rocket engines. Make well-reasoned decisions in turbomachinery design and carry out thermomechanical design of cryogenic pump components based on specifications.

Engage proactively with development engineers on conception, refinement, and validation of designs. Supervise external subcontractors and communicate with suppliers. Perform analytical modeling of geometric and mechanical problems, implementing solutions in programs.

Work in an agile, open, and collaborative team transparent about risks to overcome obstacles. Enjoy fun refuelling energy while democratising space. Benefit from equal opportunity, diversity values, and relocation assistance including visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Minimum of a master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical discipline (or bachelor's with substantial relevant experience)
Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics and mechanical design
Some understanding of machine dynamics such as rotordynamics
Good knowledge of materials
Good understanding of industry standard and emerging manufacturing methods and constraints
Proficient in 3D CAD software and drafting
Experience writing software/scripts in Python
Fluency in English

Responsibilities

Make and document well-reasoned consequential decisions in turbomachinery design
Engage proactively with development engineers to assist in conception, refinement, and validation of designs
Carry out thermomechanical design of cryogenic pump components and assemblies based on specifications and best practices
Supervise external subcontractors and communicate with suppliers
Perform analytical modeling of geometric and mechanical problems and implement solutions in programs

Benefits

Agile environment making decisions fast whilst keeping goals and systems in mind
Open and collaborative culture transparent about risks and obstacles
Fun atmosphere refuelling energy knowing we are democratising space
Equal opportunity employer valuing diversity
Relocation assistance including visa sponsorship