Combustion Devices Development 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.

The heart of a spacecraft lies in its engine, and that's why we, at The Exploration Company, are dedicated to developing our own cutting-edge Propulsion Systems ensuring the highest level of efficiency and reliability in our space endeavours.

We are seeking a talented Combustion Devices Development Engineer to join our Future Project division in the development of the Storm Engine. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing combustion devices for cryogenic rocket engines.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry-out the functional and hydraulic design of combustion devices

• Review subsystems requirements and carrying out trades to define combustion devices architecture

• Supervision of external subcontractors

• Organize and support combustion devices component test campaigns (configuration definition, test preparation, execution and results analyses)

• Develop and update fluidic models based on literature review and/or experimental data

• Iterate subsystem designs using simulated and/or real-world test data

What we would love to see from you

• Masters/bachelors with honours or higher in Aerospace Engineering, or a related and applicable technical discipline

• Hands-on experience developing hardware from concept to working hardware

• Strong technical fundamentals in design, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer

• Proficient with CAD (Siemens NX is an asset), and/or other CAE design

• Experience with analysis software (FLUENT or OpenFOAM preferred)

• A methodical approach to problem-solving and design trades

• Experience writing software/scripts in languages such as Python

• Familiar with cryogenic fluids is a strong asset

Skills and Behaviours

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills

• Strong organizing and prioritization of tasks

• Excited for the future of space exploration and a strong interest in propulsion systems

• Demonstrates behaviours consistent with The Exploration Company’s core values of Mission, Vision, Integrity, Excellence and Teamwork

• Space enthusiast: ready to have an impact on the future global space industry

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.