Internship - ECLSS Engineer - #2237160

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.

We want you as a talented intern to help us in our mission by contributing to the development, justification and validation of our Environmental Control and Life Support System (ECLSS). As an ECLSS engineer intern, you will be in charge of improving our methodologies and tools for the justification of the Pressure Control System (PCS) and Air Revitalization System (ARS) as well as perform test activities. You will be part of the Vehicle Design Team.

Key responsibilities

In your capacity as an ECLSS engineer intern, your role will include:

• To contribute to the creation and improvement of the pressurized system models using internal tools,
• To create and run local models of the ARS using CFD commercial tools,
• To analyse and evaluate the accuracy and reliability of the results,
• To support testing activities and validate numerical results against empirical data,
• To effectively communicate and provide recommendations through the analysis, preparation, and presentation of technical data,
• To write technical documentation and participate to reviews.
  
  

What we would love to see from you

• Bachelor Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Science or Mechanical Engineer,
• Strong Thermodynamics background,
• Experience with CFD calculations,
• Experience with programming (Python),
• Fluent in English,
• Ability to work equally well unsupervised or as part of a team,
• Strong organizing and prioritization of tasks capabilities,
• Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done,
• Ability to communicate at all levels,
• Demonstrates behavior consistent with The Exploration Company’s core values of Commitment, Innovation, Trust, Quality and Teamwork.
  
  

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.