Cryogenic Propulsion Test Bench Lead Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

The Exploration Company is seeking an experienced Storm Test Bench Principal Engineer to lead the development of a powerful European cryogenic test bench for 2.5MN class engines. You will provide technical direction, coordinate priorities, and manage safety, quality, schedule and performance across complex campaigns.

In this leadership role you will mentor teams, shape the testing strategy, and ensure tests meet system requirements while advancing cryogenic propulsion technology for space

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering and related discipline.
• 5+ years in high-tech propulsion or space systems.
• Experience leading engineering teams.
• Experience with cryogenic systems testing.
• Willingness to travel to test sites.
• Fluent English; French an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall technical leadership for the test bench development.
• Define and maintain the development approach, philosophy, plans and technical execution strategy.
• Lead the technical assessment and resolution of complex test problems, including test anomalies and hardware issues.
• Coordinate the investigation of anomalies and ensure root-cause analysis and retest activities.
• Ensure test bench design complies with safety rules and procedures.
• Support the development of the teams through coaching and technical guidance.
• Build a culture of ownership, disciplined execution and learning from experience.
• Contribute to integrated project planning and major test milestones.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation actions for test activities.
• Promote a strong safety culture for cryogenic propellants and high-pressure operations.

Skills

Cryogenic propulsion testing

Technical leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Excellent communication

Education

Degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

Cryogenic test facilities

Instrumentation & data acquisition

Test campaign planning tools

Job description

The Exploration Company is seeking an experienced Storm Test Bench Principal Engineer to lead the development of a powerful European cryogenic test bench for 2.5MN class engines. You will provide technical direction, coordinate priorities, and manage safety, quality, schedule and performance across complex campaigns.

In this leadership role you will mentor teams, shape the testing strategy, and ensure tests meet system requirements while advancing cryogenic propulsion technology for space