Plasma Physics Expert (F/M) Massy ·

Exotrail SA; Massy; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Exotrail SA in Massy is seeking a Plasma Physics Expert to enhance its R&D team. This role involves leading research activities in plasma science, reviewing technical documents, and developing best practices for the technical team.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in plasma thruster design and holds a Master’s or PhD in relevant fields. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative propulsion systems for small satellites.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in plasma science and plasma thruster design.
• Proficiency in designing tests for thruster assemblies.
• Experience with the complete propulsion system design.

Responsabilités

• Review and approve technical documents internally and with partners.
• Lead R&D activities on plasma science.
• Develop best practices and design guidelines.

Connaissances

Plasma science

Technical leadership

Data processing

Magnetics design tools (FEMM, Comsol)

CAD software (Solidworks)

Formation

Master’s or PhD in plasma science, electric propulsion, materials science, or aerospace engineering

Description du poste

About Exotrail

Born from a strong ambition to reach for the stars, Exotrail is a fast-growing scale‑up founded in 2017. Its mission: to develop and commercialize propulsion systems for small satellites on a global scale.

We design products focused on impact, fast delivery, and continuous improvement. Inspired by the digital world, we are firmly customer‑oriented and driven by an entrepreneurial spirit.

We manage risks to push boundaries and achieve results that would not be possible within a traditional space model.

We deploy every necessary resource to support the development of our products, whether in propulsion or in‑orbit services. Strengthened by an innovative mindset inherited from our early days, we are preparing to grow into an ambitious industrial company.

Job Description

We are looking for a Plasma Physics Expert at our Massy site, to support the rapid growth.

Attached to the R&D Team, you will be responsible for:

• Reviewing and approving technical documents, both internally generated and with suppliers and customers.
• Leading specific activities linked with research activities on plasma science.
• Help develop the technical expertise of the team through the writing of best practices and design guidelines.
• Be the reference to define test plans, validation strategies and technological roadmap on plasma science.
• Identifying innovative technologies (material, manufacturing, product, …) or methodologies to be further studied.
• Mobilising resources for exploration of innovative technologies and methodologies.

Preferred Experience

Education: Master’s or PhD (preferred) in plasma science, electric propulsion, materials science, aerospace engineering.

• Strong experience (> 10 yr) in plasma science and plasma thruster design, from concepts to design reviews and assembly and testing activities, including proficiency in designing tests for thruster assemblies.
• Strong knowledge of the design of a complete propulsion system based on a plasma thruster.
• Strong experience in thruster assembly test systems development, test preparation, data processing.
• Strong experience in magnetics design tools (FEMM, Comsol).
• Experience with CAD software is preferred (Solidworks).
• Strong technical leadership in multi‑team technical meetings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with colleagues and external stakeholders.

About our recruitment process

We are committed to recruiting the right people for the right job regardless of your private background.

1. Interview with HR: You will learn more about the position and the culture.
2. Technical Interview: Presentation of a case (prepared on previous experience, or from homework given by the Exotrail team), including CTO and/or R&D manager and other experts.
3. Interview with the CTO.