Senior Chemical Propulsion Engineer

European Space Agency; Nederland; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The European Space Agency in the Netherlands seeks a Chemical Propulsion Engineer to lead expert design, development and testing activities for MON/MMH and related propulsion systems. You will support ESA projects, define technology roadmaps and drive R&D in collaboration with industry partners.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree and have extensive experience in chemical propulsion, including system architectures and propulsion lab support.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant domain and at least 10 years of professional experience.
• General background in advanced propulsion concepts and related systems.
• Experience with MON/MMH or hydrazine engine design, development and testing.
• Experience with procurement activities for technology development and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support and consultancy on chemical propulsion across project phases.
• Participate in feasibility studies, reviews, and evaluation of procurement proposals.
• Identify development problems and assist in their resolution.
• Contribute to defining technology development requirements and roadmaps.

Skills

MON/MMH propulsion design

Hydrazine engine testing

Chemical propulsion project support

Space Engineering Standards

Education

Master's degree in a relevant domain

Job description

The European Space Agency in the Netherlands seeks a Chemical Propulsion Engineer to lead expert design, development and testing activities for MON/MMH and related propulsion systems. You will support ESA projects, define technology roadmaps and drive R&D in collaboration with industry partners.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree and have extensive experience in chemical propulsion, including system architectures and propulsion lab support.