Senior Plasma Propulsion Scientist

Exotrail; Massy; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Exotrail is seeking a Plasma Physics Expert at its Massy site to support rapid growth within the R&D Team. You will review technical documents, lead plasma research activities and help develop best practices and design guidelines.

You will define test plans, validation strategies and the technology roadmap for plasma propulsion, and identify innovative approaches for future exploration. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in plasma science or related fields, with 10+ years in plasma thruster

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in plasma science, electric propulsion, materials science, aerospace engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in plasma science and plasma thruster design, including tests and validation.
• Strong knowledge of propulsion system design based on plasma technology.

Responsibilities

• Review technical documents with suppliers and customers.
• Lead activities related to plasma research.
• Develop team expertise by writing best practices and guidelines.
• Define test plans, validation strategies and the plasma tech roadmap.
• Identify and explore innovative technologies and methodologies.
• Mobilise resources for exploration of new technologies.

Skills

Plasma physics

Technical leadership

Test planning

Communication

Education

Master’s or PhD in plasma science or aerospace engineering

Tools

FEMM

Comsol

SolidWorks

Job description

Exotrail is seeking a Plasma Physics Expert at its Massy site to support rapid growth within the R&D Team. You will review technical documents, lead plasma research activities and help develop best practices and design guidelines.

You will define test plans, validation strategies and the technology roadmap for plasma propulsion, and identify innovative approaches for future exploration. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in plasma science or related fields, with 10+ years in plasma thruster