Avionics System Engineer - Navigation Sensors

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.

As a navigation sensors engineer, you will support the integration and testing of the Nyx navigation sensors – Inertial measurement Unit (IMU), GNSS Receiver, Star Tracker and LiDAR – ensuring seamless integration and performance of the Navigation Sensing Suite (NSS) functional chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Supplier Coordination

  • Interface with suppliers, including technical exchanges, specification discussions and schedule management.

  • Coordinate supplier visits and potential joint activities.

  • Support qualification reviews.

• Project Coordination

  • Interface with internal teams for integration and testing.

  • Support project development logic, planning, risk assessment, and technical reviews.

• Integration & Testing

  • In alignment with the Guidance, Control & Navigation (GNC), Flight Software (FSW) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) teams, define and execute verification and validation plans (unit-, subsystem-, and system-level tests).

  • Support the integration of the navigation sensors with other subsystems of the spacecraft.

  • Carry out unit-level incoming inspection tests.

  • Ensure correct configuration and configuration management of each unit.

• Documentation & Standards Compliance

  • Produce detailed documentation for architecture description, analysis, test procedures, test reports.

  • Contribute to reviews with customers and certification authorities for the Navigation Sensing Suite (NSS).

  • Ensure compliance with space-grade standards (NASA-STD, ECSS).

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Aeronautics/Aerospace Engineering, or related field.

• Experience: recent graduate or entry-level. Experience in sensor technology, testing, or systems engineering is a plus.

• Good level of understanding of the following domains:

  • Navigation, Guidance and Control

  • Navigation sensors

  • Hardware testing

• Proficiency with simulation and software development tools (e.g. Python, Github, C/C++).

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills.

• Fluent in English; ability to write clear technical specifications and reports. French and German are a plus.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with spacecraft or aircraft platforms.

• Experience with testing.

• Experience with navigation sensors.

• Experience with GNC-code implementation.

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 would 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.