Fluid and Propulsion Test Engineer
Orbex Space
Orbex is looking for proactive and energetic Test Engineer to drive the evaluation of propulsion and fluid systems components to the next level.
You will be responsible for developing and performing component level testing such as pressure testing, flow testing, cryogenic testing, vibration testing, etc as required by the component verification plan.As a Test Engineer, you will be required to design the tests, develop the requires tests benches and perform the tests in collaboration with the components design engineers. This is a multi-disciplinary role requiring you to have a good understanding of mechanisms, fluid mechanics, strength of materials, thermodynamics on top of practical testing knowledge and instrumentation.OrbexOrbex is a leading micro-launch company with our Prime vehicle being prepared to launch from our home spaceport, Sutherland Spaceport. We are well placed to be one of the first operational micro-launch companies in Europe with over €122m of project financing secured, a number of customers signed up, our launch licence application submitted, and backing from organisations including UKSA and ESA.We are a rapidly growing company with staff located between our production and test facilities in Forres, Scotland and Copenhagen, Denmark. Working on cutting-edge advances in rocket fuel technology, Prime’s carbon footprint is up to 96% lower than comparable vehicles, leading to innovations in propulsion and tank structures. A state-of-the-art re-flight system means we can recover and reuse our technology, and innovations in separation mechanisms mean we leave no debris in space.Having developed in-house production capability, we can 3D print complex engines, produce full-scale carbon composite fuel tanks, and have avionics and software testing labs in both Scotland and Denmark. Based in Denmark, you will be right in the heart of this fast-paced cutting-edge company, gaining a unique insight into what it takes to build a new launch vehicle for a buoyant commercial market.Orbex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is working towards a more diverse workforce in the aerospace industry.Responsibilities
Your role will include the following tasks and responsibilities:
Key Qualifications and Experience
Desirable Skills and Experience
PersonalityOrbex is a high-paced, startup culture where you will be encouraged to assume responsibility for tasks and see them through.
You will communicate openly with both propulsion and fluid design engineers, be proactive with the high-level objectives and have a focus on continual improvements of processes to better testing activities. Open mindedness, cooperative attitude and critical thinkers are a must for this position.
It is imperative that you take initiative, communicate openly and can collaborate with technical and non technical team members.You must be able to thrive in an international, diverse and multicultural environment.LocationThis role is based in Copenhagen at Orbex’s Danish propulsion engineering and manufacturing site with significant time expected at our test site in Faxe.
You will be spending time both at the factory and our nearby rocket engine testing site, with occasional travel to our main factory, test and launch sites in Scotland.
Copenhagen is one of Europe’s most modern and aesthetically interesting cities. It is regarded as being one of the most livable cities in the world, with a strong reputation for being clean, green and sustainable.
With a huge, active waterfront and a lively social scene, Copenhagen offers a wide range of social activities and leisure opportunities, all with a uniquely Scandinavian flair. Activities include cycling and sailing, and the centre of the city is famed for its cultural highlights.SecurityYou must be a UK or European citizen, or from a country that is a signatory to the MTCR convention.BenefitsFor the right candidate, we offer an excellent benefits package that includes:
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