In-Space Propulsion Engineer

About Pangea Aerospace:

We are a company dedicated to developing advanced propulsion systems for the space industry based on three key principles: high efficiency, sustainability, and reusability. We are revolutionizing the space industry with groundbreaking innovations that allows us to offer the best performance to cost propulsion systems.

Our goal is to be the propulsion provider for the next-generation of spacecraft, which are essential to meet the demands and compete in the booming space market of the next decade.

We are a passionate, multicultural, and multidisciplinary team pushing the boundaries of what it is possible in space propulsion technology.

We have already made history by successfully testing the world's first 3D printed Methalox Aerospike engine, marking a significant milestone for the space industry.

We are looking for talented professionals to join our international team in Barcelona and Toulouse. We want to be key player in improving diversity in Aerospace sector as, in Pangea, we believe that diversity (gender, age, race, sexual orientation, beliefs, disability, culture, etc.) is a key to success. Within Pangea, everyone can grow with the same opportunities. We encourage you to apply. Individually we are different, but together we are an amazing team!

We are looking for an In-Space Propulsion Engineer in Barcelona.

About the job:

Within the propulsion department, you will play a major role in the development of Pangea Aerospace’s in-space propulsion systems, responsible for the design of thrusters. This includes:

• Support the development of in-space HTP monopropellant thruster, from phase B to phase D.
• Support the development of in-space HTP bipropellant thruster, from phase B to phase D.
• Preliminary sizing of mono- and bipropellant thrusters for in-space use
• Analysis of propulsion system and subcomponents (performance, heat transfer, stresses, etc.)
• Support the preparation, execution and results evaluation of hot-fire test campaign
• Code development, maintenance, version control, and documentation
• Harmonization of in-space propulsion code with cryogenic engine sizing code
• Documentation of best practices in the design of in-space propulsion systems

What you need to be successful:

• Working experience on spacecraft propulsion systems
• Understanding of Heat transfer principles
• Understanding of fluid dynamics principles
• Deep understanding of the working principles of satellite chemical propulsion
• Capability to perform thruster sizing at preliminary and detailed level
• Experience in mathematical modeling (MATLAB, Python, Excel, etc.)
• Passion, curiosity and eagerness to learn
• Being able to have a global picture and at the same time attention to details
• Accountability and product ownership
• Strong communication skills
• Fluency in the English language

Other desired competencies:

• Previous testing experience
• Previous working experience on chemical propulsion technology
• Previous working experience on HTP propulsion technology
• Experience in film-cooling technology design and modeling
• Experience in manufacturing cycles management for additive manufacturing
• Understanding of systems engineering processes

Not hitting every requirement? Research suggests that some people tend to hesitate when it comes to job applications if they don't meet all the desired qualifications. Here at Pangea Aerospace, we're committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity, inclusivity, and authenticity. So, if you're enthusiastic about this role but your prior experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification mentioned in the job description, we still strongly encourage you to apply. You might just be the ideal candidate for this position or other opportunities within our organization.

More about us…

We are an international and very multicultural team. Our work is guided by these core values:

• Teamwork, because we strive in working together as an aligned team towards our common goals.
• Respect & tolerance: we value people with integrity that treat other people with respect. We enjoy having diverse views to enrich the debate and take better decisions.
• Passion for growth: we are passionate about space and about being pioneers; also, we value personal and organizational growth aiming to a constant improvement.
• Sustainability: because a long-term vision and strategy is not possible if sustainability is not in the team’s core values.
• Daring: we do things that sometimes seem impossible, but we always go the extra mile to find a path to do them and we are ready to take the necessary risks to achieve our goals.

If this sounds good to you and you want to join the New Space revolution, we really want to meet you!