Valves Development Engineer [High-Thrust Rocket Engine]

The Exploration Company

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 endeavors. We are seeking a talented Turbopump Principal Engineer to join our Future Project division. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for leading the development of the turbomachinery of our high thrust engine. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Managing and mentoring a team of engineers with diverse expertise, background and seniority (set objectives, perform reviews, support team members in their development...) * Ensuring the proper development of complex systems which are the turbomachinery of a high thrust liquid rocket engine (management of planning and resources, organization of reviews...) * Lead technical decisions for the development of the turbopumps and its surrounding infrastructures (test stands, manufacturing capabilities...) always having in mind the potential impacts on the engine. * In collaboration with the Business Team, participate in the preparation of proposals writing * Oversee tests to validate the performance and reliability of turbopump components * Identify, evaluate, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure the quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery of turbopump components * Anticipating risks for the turbopumps development and proposing corresponding mitigation actions WHAT WE WOULD LOVE TO SEE FROM YOU * Master's Degree or higher (or NZ and AUS "Bachelor with honors") in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related and applicable technical discipline with a minimum of 8 years of related experience * Proven experience leading projects from the early design phases of space projects, through development test campaigns until hardware qualification * Strong understanding of liquid-propellant rocket and engines as systems * Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics and mechanical design * Some understanding of problems of machine dynamics, such as rotordynamics * Good understanding of industry standard and emerging manufacturing methods and their respective constraints * Proven experience in external suppliers handling * Fluent in English. German is an asset SKILLS AND BEHAVIORS * Strong ability to work in close collaboration with others * Strong oral and written communication skills * Strong analysis and problem-solving skills * Strong research skills and ability to infer useful information from partial or even contradictory sources * Drive towards excellence coupled with ability to work within time constraints * Proficiency in organization and prioritization of tasks * Behavior consistent with The Exploration Company’s core values of Mission, Vision, Integrity, Excellence and Teamwork * Enthusiasm for space exploration: be 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.

The Exploration Company

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 endeavors. We are seeking a talented Turbopump Rotordynamics Engineer to join our Future Project division. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing turbopump components for high-thrust rocket engines. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Making and documenting well-reasoned consequential decisions in turbomachinery design * Engage proactively with development engineers to assist in the conception, refinement, and validation of designs * Carrying out and reviewing different turbopump architectural trades * Performing various rotor dynamics analysis to inform subsequent cryogenic pump components' specifications * Performing cryogenic pump components design and procurement based on specifications and best practices * Supervision of external subcontractors and communication with suppliers * Analytical modeling of geometric and mechanical problems and implementing solutions in programs WHAT WE WOULD LOVE TO SEE FROM YOU * Master's Degree or higher (or NZ and AUS "Bachelor with honors") in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related and applicable technical discipline. Alternatively, a bachelor's degree with substantial relevant experience * 3-5 years of proven experience working with any kind of fast rotating machinery * Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics and mechanical design * Strong fundamentals of the problems of machine dynamics, in particular rotordynamics * Strong knowledge about bearings and rolling elements * Good knowledge of materials * Good understanding of industry standard and emerging manufacturing methods and their respective constraints * Proficient in the use of 3D CAD software and drafting * Experience writing software/scripts in languages like Python * (Optional) Hands-on experience developing hardware from concept to working prototypes. SKILLS AND BEHAVIORS * Strong ability to work in close collaboration with others * Strong oral and written communication skills * Strong analysis and problem-solving skills * Strong research skills and ability to infer useful information from partial or even contradictory sources * Drive towards excellence coupled with ability to work within time constraints * Proficiency in organization and prioritization of tasks * Behavior consistent with The Exploration Company’s core values of Mission, Vision, Integrity, Excellence and Teamwork * Enthusiasm for space exploration: be ready to have an impact on the future global space industry. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovakia.   According to the ESA Convention, staff shall be recruited on the basis of their qualifications, taking into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the Member States.   The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. 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.

Isarsoft

WE ARE ISARSOFT We make every camera count At Isarsoft we develop video analytics software to make transportation and cities more efficient, inclusive and secure. We stand for data protection and responsible processing of sensitive data. Being on the forefront of innovation we work together in interdisciplinary teams in a positive, fun and energetic atmosphere. Our customers and partners are at the center of everything we do. Founded in 2019 we have grown organically winning large customers and partners delivering compelling, reliable, high-performance software. We are proud of being a privately held company focusing on long-term relations to our customers and team members. YOUR MISSION As Senior Software Engineer at Isarsoft you will be at the heart of the product development. You will be closely working together with our international engineering team including Isarsoft's CTO and Co-Founder. It is within your responsibilities to develop and maintain our core product Isarsoft Perception and related tools and services. YOUR PROFILE * Extensive expertise in designing and developing robust software utilizing TypeScript, Python, and C++. * Strong foundation in software architecture and design patterns, version control systems (Git) and hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines. * Strong background in containerization and orchestration technologies, specifically Docker, Docker Compose, and Kubernetes. * Deep understanding of Linux environments, demonstrating native fluency with the command-line interface (CLI) and OS-level operations. * Fullstack versatility, with the expectation to confidently navigate and contribute across the entire stack utilizing AI assistance; prior experience with React is advantageous. * Solid experience working with relational databases, writing complex SQL queries, and utilizing Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) frameworks. * Hands-on experience developing for and deploying to embedded systems and hardware AI accelerators, particularly within the NVIDIA Jetson ecosystem. * Proven ability to architect and optimize video processing pipelines, with practical experience using multimedia frameworks such as GStreamer. * Modern development workflow proficiency, including the confident and reliable use of AI coding assistants (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor) to accelerate development while applying strict quality control to ensure high-grade, production-ready code. * Familiarity with Computer Vision and Deep Learning concepts, architectures, and applications is considered a strong plus. ADDITIONAL ASSETS * Excellent communication skills, featuring full professional fluency in English (both written and verbal); proficiency in German is a strong plus. * Deep technical curiosity and a passion for understanding the internal workings and underlying mechanics of complex systems. * Highly collaborative approach, demonstrating an enthusiasm for building great software within a team of skilled and motivated peers. * Visible open-source contributions, demonstrated through a public profile (e.g., GitHub) or shared personal projects, are highly valued and considered a significant asset. BENEFITS * An experienced, highly motivated and international team to learn and grow * A high-impact work environment with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes * Have the flexibility to work from anywhere: A great office in Munich, from home or the English-Garden * Free lunch, coffee, drinks and snacks at our office Sounds good? We are just getting started. Let's build a great company together. HIRING PROCESS We are committed to a transparent and fair hiring process. We aim for concluding the interview process in no longer than 3 weeks. The following three stages are typical for any position at Isarsoft. * Video Interview with HR * Technical Deep Dive / Challenge * A personal meeting with the founders We deeply believe that a great product only can be built by a great team. That's why sharing our values, being a team-player and having a energetic attitude is as important as bringing the right technical skills.