The Exploration Company - Heat exchanger development engineering intern

Deadline: As soon as possible

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  • Germany
Munich

Overview

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 are also developing different types of propulsion systems to power our future vehicles and missions. As a talented Heat Exchanger Development Engineering Intern, you will work on test bench design and operation for fluidic components.

Details

Key Responsibilities / Tasks:

In your capacity as a Heat Exchanger Development Engineering Intern, your role will be continuously evolving, but day to day your duties will include:

  • Design of a test bench for fluidic components

    • Concept creation and trade-offs

    • P&ID (piping and instrumentation diagram)

    • CAD design

    • Component choice and procurement

    • DAQ (data acquisition system) support

  • Commission of the bench

  • Operation of the bench

  • Data post-processing and interpretation

  • Documentation and onboarding of the team

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Eligibility

Candidates should be from:


Description of Ideal Candidate

What we would love to see from you:

  • Finished Bachelor's degree or extensive progress in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field

  • Experience with CAD Software (Siemens NX, CATIA, or similar) including assemblies

  • Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics (including compressible flow)

  • Experience in test bench design and operation

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities

  • Excellent communication skills and autonomy

  • Proficiency in English is a must, German is an asset


Dates

Deadline: As soon as possible


Cost/funding for participants

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?  

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