Space Valve & Propulsion Test Engineer

The Exploration Company; Bordeaux; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Exploration Company in Bordeaux, France, is developing Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle. You will join as a Valve / Component Test Engineer to plan and execute test campaigns that qualify solenoid isolation valves for our storable propulsion system, covering functional, leak, and life-cycle testing.

In this role you will define test criteria, set up benches and instrumentation, analyze results, and work with design and manufacturing teams to drive root-cause resolution.

Qualifications

• B.S. in mechanical or aerospace engineering; 3+ years hands-on test experience with valves or fluid components.
• Experience with functional, leak, and life-cycle testing of solenoid or similar valves.
• Familiarity with propellant test-safety practices is a strong plus.
• Experience with DAQ systems and instrumentation.
• Root-cause investigation experience.
• Familiarity with NASA/ECSS standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop test plans and procedures for valve qualification and life testing.
• Execute functional, leak, environmental, and life-cycle tests on solenoid valves.
• Set up and operate test benches and data acquisition systems.
• Investigate anomalies and drive root-cause conclusions with engineering teams.
• Design and maintain test fixtures and safe operating procedures.

Skills

Valve testing

Root-cause investigation

DAQ systems experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Autonomous work style

Education

B.S. in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

DAQ instrumentation

Pressure sensors

Flow sensors

Position sensors

Job description

The Exploration Company in Bordeaux, France, is developing Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle. You will join as a Valve / Component Test Engineer to plan and execute test campaigns that qualify solenoid isolation valves for our storable propulsion system, covering functional, leak, and life-cycle testing.

In this role you will define test criteria, set up benches and instrumentation, analyze results, and work with design and manufacturing teams to drive root-cause resolution.