We're Hiring: Propulsion Systems engineer

Magdrive is hiring a propulsion systems engineer to help develop the next generation spacecraft thrusters. The Magdrive thruster will deliver unmatched thrust and efficiency, enabling entirely new industries in satellite servicing, orbital assembly and interplanetary transport. 

You will play a pivotal role as one of the early employees of Magdrive, which brings enhanced freedom, responsibility and potential for career growth. You will work closely across the engineering and scientific teams to ensure systems integrate together and that they will function correctly in space. A background in spacecraft engineering is paramount.

Magdrive offers a supportive and flexible work environment with the ability to adjust work hours, flexible remote and hybrid working, with competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance and regular company socials.

Location: Hybrid remote and Harwell Innovation Campus, Oxfordshire

Responsibilities

• Ensure thruster subcomponents integrate together

• Ensure products are designed to operate in a space environment

• Leading test and space qualification campaigns

• Working with external parties to integrate propulsion subsystems onto spacecraft.

Essential

• Five years experience in the space industry

• Degree in engineering or similar

• Experience space qualifying and delivering flight hardware.

Desirable

• Experience with CAD (electrical and mechanical)

• Experience in system engineering for spacecraft and subsystems

• Experience with spacecraft chemical and electric propulsion.
  

Benefits 

• Salary £50k - £80k per annum (DOE)

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

• Flexible working hours and remote working

• Employee share options scheme

• Comprehensive private health insurance

• Support for home office setup.

 Please send your CV alongside a cover letter to Careers@Magdrive.Space