Fault Management Engineer

Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.

Key Responsibilities

In your capacity as a Fault Management Engineer, your role will be continuously evolving, but day to day your duties will include:

1. Oversee the fault management and autonomy architectures including design principles and requirements.
2. Execute the development, implementation, and verification of the spacecraft’s fault management and autonomy design.
3. Perform cross-disciplinary analyses at the spacecraft's system level spanning multiple subsystems and elements.
4. Design, implement, and integrate fault detection, isolation, and recovery (FDIR) features by collaborating with the responsible subsystems.
5. Develop nominal autonomous and automated functions and features to aid critical operations, including proximity and docking operations.
6. Identify, assess, and provide mitigation strategies for risks related to fault management and autonomy design and integration.
7. Prepare detailed technical documentation, including analysis reports, design notes, and test plans. Present findings and progress to stakeholders.
8. Contribute to the technical tasks supporting the systems engineering team and the program.
9. Stay updated with the latest advancements in fault management and autonomy in the space industry and incorporate best practices into our systems.

What we would love to see from you

In the role Fault Management Engineer ideally, you will have the following:

1. Advanced degree (Master of Science or PhD) in system engineering, aerospace engineering, or another related field.
2. 2 to 5 years of experience in spacecraft fault management, autonomy, or a related discipline.
3. Proficiency in fault detection, isolation, and recovery (FDIR) techniques.
4. Strong understanding of spacecraft systems and subsystems, including propulsion, avionics, GNC (Guidance, Navigation, and Control), and power systems.
5. Understanding of spacecraft's integration, test, launch, and mission operations.
6. Experience defining requirements & interfaces.
7. Understanding of spacecraft integration & test, launch, and mission operations.
8. Experience with fault propagation analysis and fault tree analysis.
9. Familiarity with autonomy algorithms and software development for space applications.
10. Familiarity with electrical and computer systems.
11. Fluent in English. French and German is an asset.

Skills and Behaviours

1. Strong oral and written communication skills.
2. Strong analysis and problem-solving skills.
3. Strong organizing and prioritization of tasks.
4. Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done.
5. Ability to communicate at all levels of the business.
6. Demonstrates behaviours consistent with The Exploration Company’s core values of Mission, Vision, Integrity, Excellence and Teamwork.
7. Space enthusiast: ready to change the European space industry.

Why you should join us!

What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:

1. We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind.
2. We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them.
3. We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?

We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly.

The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.

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