Mechanical Analysis Engineer chez The Exploration Company

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 want you as a talented Mechanical Analysis Engineer to help us in our mission by contributing to the development, justification and validation of our vehicle. You will be part of the Vehicle Design Team and will report to the Principal Mechanical Engineer.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities:

• Own the mechanical design of primary and secondary structures of the vehicle.

• Drive mass optimization strategies while maintaining structural integrity and compliance with mission requirements.

• Design and analyze composite structures using advanced materials (e.g., CFRP, honeycomb panels).

• Define layup strategies, material selection, and manufacturing constraints.

• Lead the structural development with external suppliers, from concept to delivery.

• Develop and manage technical specifications, statements of work, and interface control documents.

• Ensure supplier designs meet performance, quality, and schedule requirements.

• Contribute to the overall mechanical architecture of the spacecraft.

• Ensure proper integration of structural components with other subsystems (thermal, avionics...).

• Perform or oversee structural analyses (FEA) to validate designs under launch, orbital and reentry environments.

• Support environmental testing and qualification campaigns.

• Generate detailed design documentation and verification plans.

• Ensure compliance with relevant space industry standards (e.g., ECSS, NASA, ISO).

🎓 What We Would Love to See from You

📜 Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and architecture, preferably in the space or aerospace sector.

• Strong expertise in composite materials and structures sizing.

• Proficiency in FEA tools (Nastran and Hyperworks).

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

• Familiarity with manufacturing techniques (e.g., autoclave, filament winding).

🛠️ 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,

• Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done,

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

• Fluent in English. Knowledge of German, French and Italian is an asset.

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.