Nyx Crew ECLSS Senior Engineer

Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership

  • Work closely with the ECLSS Principal Engineer and other Nyx Crew team members to further the development of the Nyx Crew ECLS Systems.

  • Lead the development of ECLSS components and sub-systems from concept and requirement generation through Critical Design Review and eventual Flight Hardware delivery with the support and oversight of the ECLSS Principal Engineer.

  • Design and develop test rigs and test objectives for components and subsystems.

  Vehicle Architecture

• Lead development, functional and risk-reduction testing for responsible components, and/or subsystems.

• Develop and validate analytical models to predict system behavior and inform design decisions.

• Conduct component trade studies and make recommendations that balance performance, cost, schedule, and risk.

  Program Execution

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee development activities to achieve technical, schedule, and budget objectives.

• Manage Product Lifecycle Management workflows, Bill of Materials configurations, and Interface Control Documents.

• Identify and mitigate technical risks, resolve anomalies, and deliver qualified flight hardware aligned with program milestones.

• Support the creation of detailed engineering documentation, including design reviews, test plans, test and analysis reports, and technical specifications.

  Team Leadership & Capability Development

• Provide technical mentorship to lower level engineers and technicians.

• Foster a culture of technical excellence, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

  Stakeholder, Supplier & Cross-Functional Management

• Lead technical interactions with suppliers, development partners, and external stakeholders, including component selection, procurement, oversight, and acceptance activities.

• Collaborate closely with subsystems, MAIT, and program teams to ensure successful system integration.

• Communicate technical status, risks, and recommendations while ensuring alignment between propulsion activities and broader vehicle development objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred) or Aerospace Engineering.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in technical coordination of aerospace or spacecraft projects, from early development to qualification.

• Experience in design processes, including concept development, trade studies, testing, and optimization for manufacturability and reliability.

• Experience in developing and leading component testing campaigns, including test objective generation and test rig design and development.

• Experience with 3D modeling software.

• Experience with ECLSS systems, including pressure systems, air circulation systems, water systems and/or atmospheric monitoring & processing systems.

• Experience with environmental testing, such as vibration, shock, thermal vacuum, etc.

• Experience with ECSS and NASA standards is a plus.

• Familiarity with tools like GitHub and Python is a plus.

Skills and Behaviors:

• Ability to effectively utilize oral and written communication to express technical concepts and recommendations.

• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Strong organizing and prioritization of tasks.

• Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done.

• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with The Exploration Company’s core values of Vision, Competence, Integrity, and Passion.

Why you should join us!

What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:  

• We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind 

• We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them  

• We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?  

We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly. 
 
The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.  


All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful condition of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible.

If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.