ECLSS V&V Engineer Intern (Aerospace)

Location: Munich, Germany; relocation assistance is provided, including visa sponsorship where applicable.

Company

The Exploration Company builds spacecraft for human spaceflight and works to democratize access to space.

What you will do

• Verify NASA ISS requirements applicable to ECLSS components using test and analysis data.
• Build ground support equipment and functional test benches for the Pressure Control System, Air Recirculation System, and Crew and Emergency Systems.
• Support test activities and validate simulation results against test data.
• Qualify internally designed and externally sourced hardware through vibration, shock, and thermal-cycling tests.
• Prepare and present technical data, write technical documentation, and participate in internal and external reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Science, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Hands-on experience with aerospace hardware, ideally pressure systems.
• Strong background in fluid mechanics.
• Programming experience with Python and data analysis skills.
• Understanding of crewed space-station systems and a systems-engineering mindset.
• Precision in following ECSS processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, organize and prioritize tasks, and communicate across all organizational levels.
• Fluent English required.
• Positive, flexible attitude and behavior consistent with the values of Commitment, Innovation, Trust, Quality, and Teamwork.

Nice to have

• German language skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Agile environment with fast decision-making while maintaining focus on goals and system considerations.
• Open and collaborative culture with transparent communication about risks and obstacles.
• Opportunity to contribute to spacecraft development and the democratization of space.
• Relocation assistance, including visa sponsorship where applicable.
• Offers are conditional on a role- and country-dependent background check.

Hiring process

• Submit a CV for consideration.
• Any offer is conditional on successful completion of the required background check, administered through Zinc Work Limited where applicable.