AIT thermal Intern

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.

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

We want you as a talented AIT intern to help us in our mission by supporting the bonding of the thermal protection on our demonstrator capsule

You will be successful in this role if you are able to help us:

• Supporting the Active Thermal Control System (ATCS) setup and test

• Designing the 3D setup

• Defining the test sequence

• Procuring parts for the test

• Procedures writing

Tasks:

Your role will be continuously evolving, but day to day your duties will include:

• You will support the design of the Active Thermal Control System test bench CAD model

• You will be supporting in preparing engineering drawings for manufacture of test bench components

• You will be supporting the procurement of tools not already defined

• You will be supporting the writing of the procedures detailing the test operations

• You may have to support the team to write other mechanical procedures for structure assembly or test setups

• You will take care of improving the processes and procedure with the lessons learns of the previous operations

• You may have to support the team in other factory setup as we are a growing company, the perimeter can evolve along the mission.

What we would love to see from you:

• Studying for an Engineering degree (Master) in mechanical science or equivalent

• Experience with CAD software preferably with Siemens NX

• Past experience with thermal setup will be a plus

• Experience with fluidic/harness routing in Siemens NX a strong plus

• Experience in creating manufacturing drawings

• Willingness to contribute to build and support a new team

• Independent, organized and rigorous

• Hands-on approach

• Inventive and problem solver

• Team spirit

Skills and Behaviours

• Good 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 Commitment, Innovation, Trust, Quality, and Teamwork

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.