System Integration Senior Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

System Integration Senior Engineer (Aerospace): Leading end-to-end system integration and verification for the Nyx spacecraft with an accent on functional and environmental qualification. Focus on managing mechanical-to-avionics interfaces, driving verification campaigns, and resolving complex integration anomalies in a high-paced space development environment.

Location: Must be based in or willing to relocate to Munich, Germany (Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship provided).

Compensation: €72,500–€100,000

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 implement system integration and verification activities for the Nyx spacecraft.
• Develop test plans, specifications, and procedures with clear success criteria.
• Lead technical discussions and execute system verification campaigns for nominal and off-nominal behaviors.
• Organize progress reviews and drive the closure of verification and validation items.
• Collaborate with functional leads and engineering disciplines to perform system activities.
• Manage and resolve anomalies during verification campaigns in coordination with Product Assurance.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in systems design, analysis, and testing of aerospace systems.
• Hands-on experience with space hardware and functional test platforms (e.g., HIL, SIL, bench testing).
• Strong understanding of spacecraft systems and mechanical behavior in space environments.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary verification activities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Agile development environment with fast decision-making processes.
• Transparent, open, and collaborative team culture.
• Opportunity to contribute to the democratization of space.
• Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates.