- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- US & Future Programs
- Seniority
- Lead
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Education
- Bachelor
- Industry
- Aerospace
- Category
- Engineering
- Role type
- People Manager
- Environment
- Office
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Source
- Ashby
Overview
As a Vehicle Design Principal at The Exploration Company, you'll lead the development of next-generation space vehicles for crewed spaceflight applications. You'll be responsible for leading vehicle mechanical design development from early concept through flight readiness, ensuring safe, reliable hardware delivery. Key responsibilities include leading CAD model creation, managing complex assemblies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and human-rating requirements, conducting trade studies and mechanical simulations, and leading development and qualification activities. The role requires a B.S. in Mechanical Design or Aerospace Engineering, 10+ years relevant experience, and demonstrated expertise in space systems design and integration.
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About The Exploration Company
The Exploration Company is developing Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and carry cargo and potentially humans.