Cryogenic Propulsion Test Bench Lead

The Exploration Company; Bordeaux; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Exploration Company in Bordeaux seeks a Storm Test Bench Principal Engineer to lead the development of a high-power cryogenic test bench for 2.5MN class engines. You will provide technical direction, coordinate priorities, and drive test campaigns from design through commissioning.

This role combines technology leadership, people leadership and hands-on involvement in complex propulsion test campaigns, with a focus on safety, quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical, aerospace or propulsion engineering.
• 5+ years in spacecraft/launch/high-tech environments.
• Experience with cryogenic propulsion systems testing.
• Proven leadership of engineering teams and multidisciplinary activities.
• Experience with test facilities, instrumentation and data acquisition.
• Willingness to travel to test sites and partner facilities.
• Fluent English; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall technical leadership for the test bench development.
• Define development approach, plans and technical execution strategy.
• Align test bench capabilities with requirements and milestones.
• Lead investigation and resolution of test anomalies and root causes.
• Ensure safety, procedures and compliance in cryogenic testing.
• Coach and develop the testing team; drive continuous improvement.
• Support integrated project planning and test campaigns.

Skills

Leadership experience

Engineering team coordination

Excellent communication

Written and verbal skills in English

Willingness to travel

Problem-solving discipline

Education

Mechanical/Aerospace/Propulsion degree

Tools

Instrumentation & data acquisition

Cryogenic test facilities

Job description

The Exploration Company in Bordeaux seeks a Storm Test Bench Principal Engineer to lead the development of a high-power cryogenic test bench for 2.5MN class engines. You will provide technical direction, coordinate priorities, and drive test campaigns from design through commissioning.

This role combines technology leadership, people leadership and hands-on involvement in complex propulsion test campaigns, with a focus on safety, quality and on-time delivery.