Lunar Lander Test Bench Development Senior Engineer

The Exploration Company
United Arab Emirates, France
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeEUR 47,500 - 60,000 annuallyFunction: Solutions Engineering & Sales EngineeringExperience: 5+ yearsSkills: ["Communication","Project management","Problem-solving","Collaboration"]

Lead the design, development, and deployment of a remote lunar lander test facility for hot-fire propulsion testing and hopper flight demonstrations. Own system-level requirements, propulsion test infrastructure, and cryogenic fluid systems engineering (including LOX/LCH4/helium/nitrogen). Coordinate civil and infrastructure needs for test stands and safety perimeters, define automation and safety-critical control architectures, and drive end-to-end project execution with periodic travel to the UAE.

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Lunar Lander Test Bench Development Senior Engineer

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Job Summary

Lead the design, development, and deployment of a remote lunar lander test facility for hot-fire propulsion testing and hopper flight demonstrations. Own system-level requirements, propulsion test infrastructure, and cryogenic fluid systems engineering (including LOX/LCH4/helium/nitrogen). Coordinate civil and infrastructure needs for test stands and safety perimeters, define automation and safety-critical control architectures, and drive end-to-end project execution with periodic travel to the UAE.
Location: United Arab Emirates, France
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Solutions Engineering & Sales Engineering
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Define and synthesize system-level requirements for a remote lunar lander test site supporting hot firing and hopper flight testing.
  • •Lead design and implementation of the full facility, including ground infrastructure, utilities, and autonomous remote operation.
  • •Specify and implement propellant and pressurization systems and develop P&IDs for propulsion test facilities and ground support equipment.
  • •Design and validate safety-critical systems, perform hazard analyses (FMEA/HAZOP/risk assessments), and implement mitigation measures.
  • •Drive end-to-end project leadership across design, procurement, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and operations readiness.
Travel: Medium travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: EUR 47,500 - 60,000 annually

Key Requirements

  • •Degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, energy systems, or a related field.
  • •5+ years of experience in propulsion test facilities or hot-fire test bench development.
  • •Strong expertise in fluid systems engineering, including cryogenic propellants.
  • •Experience designing or operating ground support equipment for rocket propulsion systems.
  • •Knowledge of automation systems and safety-critical control architectures for industrial or test environments.
Experience:5+ yearsSpacePropulsion testingCryogenic systems
Skills:CommunicationProject managementProblem-solvingCollaboration
Tech Stack:Liquid OxygenLiquid MethaneHeliumNitrogenCryogenic propellantsP&IDsFMEAHAZOP

Company Brief

The Exploration Company
Designs and develops reusable crewed and cargo spacecraft for low Earth orbit missions. The company builds orbital transfer and return vehicles to enable routine transportation, research, and commercial services in space.
Industry: Space Technology
Company Size: Medium (51 to 250 employees)
Growth: Growth Stage Startup
Headquarters: Munich, Germany
Founded: 2018
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