Hardware-in-loop (HIL) AIV Senior 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.

We want you as a talented and experienced Hardware-in-loop (HIL) AIV Senior Engineer to help us in our mission by closing the system-level verifications done on the functional platforms (Software in the Loop Platform, Processor in the Loop Platform, Hardware in the Loop Platform, Functional Simulation Facility) through defining, preparing and driving the associated system-level test campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

In your capacity as Hardware-in-loop (HIL) AIV Senior Engineer, your role will continuously evolve, but initially your day-to-day duties will include:

• Ensure the definition and implementation of the Nyx Earth system functional software and hardware integration and verification activities, which meets technical and programmatic requirements and considers the adequacy of model philosophy, facilities availability, planning and costing.

• Define test plans and specifications with clear Success Criteria and support the generation of test procedures with the Functional Platform team.

• Drive the preparation, organisation and execution of the spacecraft functional platforms system test campaigns (Processor Software, Processor, and Hardware in the Loop Platforms, Functional Simulation Facility), to ensure the closure of all system verification aspects, including nominal and off-nominal spacecraft behaviors.

• Organise the different test reviews such as Test Readiness Review, Post Test Review and Test Review Board.

• Generate test reports and drive the closure of the Items for Verification and Validation covered by the test campaign.

• Collaborate with all Functional Chain responsible and engineering disciplines to prepare and perform the tests.

• Process the anomalies occurring during the test campaign in coordination with the Product Assurance Team and the rest of the Engineering Team.

What we would love to see from you

In the role of Hardware-in-loop (HIL) AIV Senior Engineer ideally, you will have the following:

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or another related field.

• 5 to 10 years of experience in systems design, analysis, and testing of aerospace or space-related systems, with a focus on hardware in the loop, flat-sat or functional simulation testing.

• Hands-on hardware experience.

• Practical experience / contact with functional test platforms, such as software in the loop, hardware in the loop, and bench testing.

• Experience in the development and verification of space hardware.

• Spacecraft systems knowledge, with a focus on flight software, avionics, and guidance, navigation, and control.

Skills and Behaviours

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills

• Strong organizing and prioritization of tasks

• Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done

• Ability to communicate at all levels of the business

• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with The Exploration Company’s core values of Mission, Vision, Integrity, Excellence and Teamwork

• Space enthusiast: ready to change the European space industry

• Ability to thrive in a high-paced development environment

Why you should join us!

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

• We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind

• We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them

• 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.