Propulsion Engineer
Propulsion Engineer
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Job Description
OHB Sweden is a leading Swedish supplier of space systems. We develop build test and commission satellites and subsystems for space missions in for example communication earth observation and space research for institutional and commercial customers within and outside Europe.
We are now looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Propulsion Engineer
for supporting our projects and development.
Tasks included in this role are mainly but not limited to procurement of equipment sales support supplier & customer negotiations requirement handling testing of propulsion systems and analysis support to technical lead/architect.
The Propulsion Engineer will work in the Propulsion department and report to the Head of Department.
The Engineer is expected to
- Plan and organize the daily work to be both structured and efficient
- Respect constraints of the project the customers and the suppliers
- Complete project deliverables on time within budget and in accordance with our quality standards.
- Provide clear and coherent reporting
- Take part in the continuous improvement process
- Be a team player with good communication skills and a willingness to solve technical issues together with other engineers
- Work autonomously when needed
Please address the above points where applicable in your cover letter with direct reference to experience projects design and/or background.
Required qualifications
- University degree (MSc PhD or equivalent) in engineering physics electrical engineering vehicle design or similar
- Specialization within aerospace engineering is an advantage
- Work experience within the field is an advantage
- Fluent in English. Swedish is an advantage
- Ability to work in a precise way on multiple tasks and against tight deadlines
Problem solving skills and initiative are necessary as well as the ability to work in a pragmatic way focusing on finding the right level of quality and to deliver on time. Travel may be required (up to five trips per year mostly within Europe).
What we offer
- Possibility to work on propulsion systems for exciting missions - Many of our projects are scientific or climate research missions such as Solar Orbiter Euclid PLATO ARIEL Biomass CHIME ROSE-L Comet-Interceptor etc.
- Possibilities to work with both monopropellant bi-propellant cold gas and electric propulsion systems
- A dynamic work environment - our propulsion engineers are working with many different tasks involving many different disciplines such as mechanical thermal electrical chemistry etc.
In accordance with U.S. Export Control regulations this position is restricted to citizens of countries that are part of the European Union or NATO. Applications from other nationalities cannot be considered.
Please note: Due to the summer holiday period responses to applications may take longer than usual. We appreciate your patience and will review all submissions as soon as possible.
Employment Type
Full Time
