Junior Fluid Systems Engineer - Space Refuelling

Rippling; Thame; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Orbit Fab is seeking a Graduate Fluid Systems Engineer to contribute to the development of technologies and fluid systems enabling in-orbit refuelling. You will work with experienced engineers across the lifecycle, gaining exposure to system architecture, hardware design, build, integration, testing and delivery.

A strong candidate has a solid foundation in engineering principles, an interest in space technology and a hands-on approach to solving problems.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical, aerospace, chemical engineering or related field.
• Solid grounding in fluid systems, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer or propulsion.
• Demonstrated interest in space systems and fluid systems through coursework, projects or internships.

Responsibilities

• Assist development of fluid system architectures for in-orbit refuelling missions.
• Perform engineering analysis and modelling to support fluid system design.
• Develop designs from concept through prototyping and testing with guidance.
• Produce engineering calculations, models and documentation under supervision.
• Support system requirements and verification plan development.
• Contribute to trade studies and evaluation of design options.
• Participate in component and subsystem test campaigns.
• Take an active role in build, integration and testing of development hardware.

Skills

Fluid systems

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Propulsion

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical/Aerospace/Chemical engineering degree

Tools

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

EcosimPro

Thermal Desktop

Modelica

Job description

Orbit Fab is seeking a Graduate Fluid Systems Engineer to contribute to the development of technologies and fluid systems enabling in-orbit refuelling. You will work with experienced engineers across the lifecycle, gaining exposure to system architecture, hardware design, build, integration, testing and delivery.

A strong candidate has a solid foundation in engineering principles, an interest in space technology and a hands-on approach to solving problems.