Electrical Propulsion Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Electrical Propulsion Engineer (Aerospace): Providing technical services and managing R&D activities for electric propulsion systems at ESA's Engineering department with an accent on simulation tools and laboratory support. Focus on designing high-voltage circuits, operating vacuum facilities, and performing engineering analysis to address technical knowledge gaps.

Location: Noordwijk, Netherlands. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the EU

Company

hirify.global provides specialized engineering support services for the European Space Agency (ESA).

What you will do

• Implement processes and activities specific to various electric propulsion technologies within the Engineering department.
• Support the development, maintenance, and operational efficiency of the ESA Propulsion Laboratory (EPL).
• Review project documentation and perform engineering analysis using analytical models, numerical tools, and literature research.
• Develop and improve software models and tools to support electric propulsion engineering activities.
• Manage tests for customers and maintain the quality management system according to ISO 9001 certification.
• Contribute to technology forums and coordinate R&D activity proposals.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Engineering in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in space propulsion and instrumentation for electric propulsion systems.
• Experience with the design, installation, and operation of high-voltage electric circuits and mass flow management systems.
• Familiarity with vacuum technology, operation of vacuum facilities, and EP diagnostic systems (plasma probes, thrust measurement).
• Proficiency in measurement automation and data analysis software, such as LabVIEW.
• Eligibility to live and work in the EU.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on behalf of the European Space Agency (ESA), Europe's gateway to Space.
• Engagement with an international organization spanning 23 member states.
• Inclusive work environment committed to diversity and equal opportunity.
• Exposure to high-level R&D activities and cutting-edge aerospace technology.