Environmental Test Engineer

Expleo Group

. Lead and perform mechanical and thermal testing on equipment, subsystems, and satellites to ensure compliance with space requirements.

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeCannes • FranceMid-LevelSenior💰 €36,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical and thermal testing of equipment and subsystems, with a strong focus on compliance with space requirements and quality standards. Proficient in instrumentation and data analysis, ensuring rigorous documentation and adherence to safety protocols in cleanroom environments.

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Mechanical TestingThermal TestingInstrumentation ProficiencyData AnalysisQuality Compliance

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringThermal Vacuum TestingVibration TestingAcoustic TestingData Acquisition SystemsTest Plan WritingTechnical DocumentationEnvironmental TestingCleanroom PracticesAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Strong Analytical SkillsRigorous Documentation Practices

Tools & Technologies

AccelerometersStrain GaugesThermocouples

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringMaster’s Degree in Aerospace EngineeringSecurity Clearance

Industry Keywords

Space IndustryAerospace IndustryECSS StandardsQuality ProceduresTest Facilities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and perform mechanical and thermal testing on equipment, subsystems, and satellites to ensure compliance with space requirements.
Prepare, configure, and instrument satellites and subassemblies for test campaigns.
Conduct environmental tests, including vibration, acoustic, thermal vacuum, and laboratory mechanical testing.
Supervise test execution, analyze data in real time, and prepare reports.
Define and optimize test facilities and equipment in collaboration with the Methods and Engineering teams.
Write technical documentation, including test plans, instrumentation files, test reports, and analyses.
Ensure compliance with quality, cleanroom, safety, and ECSS standards.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree (Bac+5) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physical Measurements, Instrumentation, or equivalent.
Proven experience in mechanical and/or thermal testing, ideally in the space or aerospace industry.
Proficiency in instrumentation, including accelerometers, strain gauges, and thermocouples, as well as data acquisition systems.
Strong analytical skills, rigorous documentation practices, and strict adherence to quality procedures.
Comfortable working in cleanroom environments and with complex test facilities.
Availability to work variable shifts, including day shifts, 2×8, and 3×8 schedules.
The successful candidate must meet the security clearance and access authorization requirements for state-controlled sites subject to national defense secrecy regulations.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Internal teleworking policy
Works Council benefits (holiday vouchers, cultural benefits, sports activity subsidy, etc.)
13 additional days off (RTT) plus a time savings account
Meal voucher card
Health and disability insurance
Holiday bonus
Employee referral bonus
Contribution toward the reimbursement of public transport passes or sustainable mobility allowance