Valve Development Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Valve Development Engineer (Aerospace): Leading the development and technical compliance of propulsion valves for the Nyx orbital vehicle with an accent on fluidic, structural, and magnetic analysis. Focus on managing the full component lifecycle from initial CAD design and tolerance analysis to flight delivery and integration support.

Location: Hybrid, based in Bordeaux, France. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship provided.

Company

The Exploration Company is developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle designed for cargo and human transport.

What you will do

• Define and maintain technical baselines for valves including requirements, architecture, and performance interfaces.
• Create CAD models, engineering drawings, and perform structural, fluidic, and magnetic analyses.
• Ensure compliance with NASA/ESA standards and define appropriate safety margins.
• Support engineering teams during design and development with a focus on valve interfaces.
• Assist the AIT team with integration, testing, and validation of propulsion systems.
• Analyze flight data and resolve abnormal fluid component behavior during operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in valve development for aerospace liquid propulsion.
• Strong understanding of solenoid, latching, and torque motor valves.
• Fluency in English.
• Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to the democratization of space exploration.
• Agile and fast-paced decision-making environment.
• Transparent, open, and collaborative team culture.
• Relocation support and visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.