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THThe Exploration Company

Turbopump Principal Engineer(m/w/x)

München
Full-timeOn-siteSenior

Overseeing turbomachinery development for high-thrust engines on modular space orbital vehicles at a space orbital vehicle developer. Proven leadership of space projects from design to hardware qualification required. Relocation assistance provided.

Requirements

  • Master's Degree or higher (or NZ and AUS "Bachelor with honors") in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical discipline
  • Proven experience leading space projects from design to hardware qualification
  • Strong understanding of liquid-propellant rocket and engine systems
  • Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics and mechanical design
  • Some understanding of machine dynamics (e.g., rotordynamics)
  • Good understanding of manufacturing methods and constraints
  • Proven experience in external supplier handling
  • Fluent English language skills
  • German language skills (asset)
  • Strong collaborative work ability
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Strong research skills and information inference ability
  • Drive towards excellence and time management ability
  • Proficiency in task organization and prioritization
  • Behavior consistent with company core values
  • Enthusiasm for space exploration

Tasks

  • Manage and mentor engineering teams
  • Set objectives for team members
  • Conduct team performance reviews
  • Support team member professional development
  • Oversee turbomachinery development for high-thrust engines
  • Manage planning and resources for development
  • Organize development reviews
  • Lead technical decisions for turbopump development
  • Lead technical decisions for infrastructure development
  • Consider potential impacts on the engine
  • Collaborate with Business Team on proposal writing
  • Oversee tests validating turbopump component performance and reliability
  • Identify and evaluate turbopump component suppliers
  • Collaborate with suppliers on quality and cost-effectiveness
  • Ensure timely delivery of turbopump components
  • Anticipate risks for turbopump development
  • Propose mitigation actions for identified risks

Work Experience

  • 8 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degreeOR
  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent
  • GermanBasic

Benefits

Other Benefits

  • Relocation assistance
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