Cryogenic Propulsion AIT Lead Engineer

Vsquared; Bordeaux; Híbrido; EUR 90.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Exploration Company is seeking an experienced Propulsion AIT Principal Engineer to lead the Assembly, Integration and Test activities for two cryogenic propulsion systems. This role requires strong technical leadership, hands-on engagement with test campaigns and a proven ability to mentor technical teams.

You will define AIT strategy, coordinate priorities across two teams, ensure alignment with requirements and milestones, and drive safety and quality in all propulsion tests.

Formación

• Degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, propulsion engineering or a related technical discipline
• Demonstrated 5+ years in spacecraft/launch/propulsion or high-tech environments
• Experience leading AIT for propulsion or complex fluid/pressure systems
• Proven leadership of engineering teams and multidisciplinary coordination
• Experience with cryogenic systems, liquid propulsion, and test operations
• Strong problem-solving and documentation skills
• Fluent professional English; French a plus

Responsabilidades

• Provide overall technical leadership for the AIT activities of cryogenic propulsion systems
• Define and maintain the AIT approach, philosophy, plans and technical execution strategy
• Ensure that AIT activities are aligned with system requirements, design intent, verification objectives and programme milestones
• Review and approve AIT procedures, test specifications, test plans, test reports, non-conformance dispositions and engineering change documentation
• Lead the technical assessment and resolution of complex AIT problems, including test anomalies and hardware issues
• Oversee preparation, integration, functional testing and acceptance activities for the propulsion systems
• Coordinate investigation of anomalies and ensure root-cause analysis and retest actions are managed
• Ensure safety rules and procedures are followed in all AIT activities
• Lead and support the propulsion AIT Team Leaders, ensuring clear priorities and communication
• Balance resources across propulsion systems according to programme needs
• Support team development through coaching and technical guidance
• Promote ownership, disciplined execution and continuous improvement
• Contribute to integrated project planning and risk mitigation
• Identify risks and define mitigation actions
• Ensure compliance with company processes and regulatory requirements for propulsion AIT

Conocimientos

Propulsion AIT leadership

Project leadership

Cryogenic systems

Test campaign planning

Root-cause analysis

Regulatory compliance

Safety culture

Communication skills

English fluent

Travel willingness

Educación

Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree

Herramientas

Instrumentation systems

Ground support equipment

Data acquisition systems

Test facilities

Descripción del empleo

The Exploration Company is seeking an experienced Propulsion AIT Principal Engineer to lead the Assembly, Integration and Test activities for two cryogenic propulsion systems. This role requires strong technical leadership, hands-on engagement with test campaigns and a proven ability to mentor technical teams.

You will define AIT strategy, coordinate priorities across two teams, ensure alignment with requirements and milestones, and drive safety and quality in all propulsion tests.