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Nyx Crew Vehicle Design Principal

The Exploration Company

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Jun 16, 2026

Location
Houston, Texas
Workplace
Onsite
Type
Full-time
Department
US & Future Programs
Seniority
Lead
Experience
10+ years
Education
Bachelor
Industry
Aerospace
Category
Engineering
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.

Skills

AgileCompliancePlumbingProcurement

Languages

English

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.