Propulsion AIT Engineer (Aerospace)

Location: Bordeaux, France; onsite hands-on role

Company

The Exploration Company develops aerospace technologies for the future of space transportation.

What you will do

• Lead assembly and acceptance testing of Huracan subcomponents, especially the thrust chamber assembly.
• Integrate thrust chamber assemblies with engine structures, fluid components, valves, instrumentation, pumps, piping, and other propulsion subsystems.
• Develop assembly procedures, work instructions, manufacturing documentation, tooling, fixtures, and ground support equipment.
• Perform leak checks, pressure tests, functional checks, instrumentation checks, and other verification activities under approved safety procedures.
• Prepare hot-fire test campaigns through hardware readiness reviews, equipment checks, procedure walk-downs, and test article closeout.
• Record build and inspection data, investigate integration issues, implement corrective actions, and improve assembly processes and production readiness.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher preferred in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field; suitable for a young graduate.
• Experience assembling or integrating mechanical systems in a laboratory, workshop, production, or test environment is preferred.
• Understanding of torque-controlled assembly, cleanliness, FOD prevention, leak testing, pressure testing, dimensional inspection, and configuration management.
• Familiarity with CAD, PLM, ERP, manufacturing execution, or technical documentation systems.
• Fluent written and spoken English required.
• Ability to work rigorously in a fast-paced environment and communicate hardware status, risks, and constraints across multidisciplinary teams.

Nice to have

• Rocketry experience or relevant individual projects.
• Experience with propulsion, pressure systems, fluidic assemblies, or complex hardware.
• Exposure to machining, welding, additive manufacturing, surface treatments, inspections, and their impact on tolerances and performance.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast decision-making within an agile working environment.
• Open and collaborative approach to risks, obstacles, and problem-solving.
• Opportunity to contribute to the development and testing of space propulsion hardware.
• Relocation assistance is available, including visa sponsorship where applicable.
• Offers are subject to a background check based on the country, role, and project.