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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in propulsion engineering with a focus on subsystem architecture, requirements management, and supplier collaboration within the commercial space industry. Proficient in conducting fluidic analyses and optimizing mechanical, thermal, and electrical interfaces for satellite systems.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Propulsion EngineeringSubsystem ArchitectureElectric Propulsion SystemsThruster Pointing MechanismsRequirements Management
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Collaborate with satellite system and subsystem teams on performance and operational requirements definition and analysis
- Conduct propulsion system trade-offs and define subsystem architecture based on satellite-level requirements
- Optimise mechanical, thermal, and electrical interfaces and apply DFx considerations with the ReOrbit AIT team
- Derive subsystem and equipment-level requirements for suppliers through requirements specifications and statements of work
- Work with Procurement to evaluate proposals and select suppliers
- Own and manage propulsion subsystem requirements and oversee verification and traceability
- Perform propulsion system fluidic analyses and maintain engineering budgets, including propellant budget
- Serve as the primary technical interface for thruster pointing mechanisms
- Conduct trade-offs, manage requirements, evaluate compliance, and manage interfaces with selected thruster
- Act as technical point of contact with propulsion suppliers and evaluate or approve supplier deliverables
- Define, implement, and approve propulsion-related MAIT means, requirements, and integration and verification plans
- Generate engineering inputs and documentation supporting satellite-level programme milestones
Requirements
What you’ll need- Master’s degree in aerospace engineering or comparable STEM discipline
- Minimum of 7 years' experience working within the commercial space industry in propulsion engineering, or comparable technological disciplines
- Preferably experience on GEO communication satellite or LEO constellation development programmes
- Experience with propulsion in-flight operations would be an advantage
- Sound knowledge of electric propulsion systems and constituent equipment technologies
- Familiarity with Thruster Pointing Mechanisms (gimbals, deployment arms) and their design drivers would be an advantage
- Preferably led or held a prominent role for a subsystem or equipment development through engineering life cycle phases, ideally from at least PDR through to flight
- Proven ability to analyse data, conduct trade-offs, break down problems, and derive solutions
- Comfortable working closely with external vendors and consortium partners
- Fluent written and spoken English
- Security clearance may be required for certain positions
Benefits
Comp & perks- Challenging but rewarding environment with opportunities for ideas to be heard
- Ambitious and supportive network of people
- Lunch vouchers
- Events and parties
- Occupational health care
- Additional health insurance
- Team activities including running, climbing, ping pong, and board games
- Relocation and integration support into Finnish society
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Hard Skills
Fluidic AnalysesRequirements SpecificationsTrade-Off AnalysisEngineering BudgetsVerification and Traceability
Soft Skills
Problem SolvingCollaborationCommunication
Certifications & Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering
Industry Keywords
Commercial Space IndustryGEO Communication SatelliteLEO Constellation DevelopmentPropulsion In-Flight OperationsEngineering Life Cycle Phases