Lunar Lander Test Bench Development Senior Engineer

The role

You will lead the design, development, and deployment of a remote test facility for lunar lander propulsion testing. This includes designing fluid and cryogenic systems, coordinating civil infrastructure, and managing end-to-end project execution.

What you will do

• Define system-level requirements for a remote lunar lander test site.
• Lead the design and implementation of the complete facility including ground infrastructure and utilities.
• Specify and implement propellant and pressurization systems.
• Design infrastructure enabling autonomous operation of a remote site.
• Develop P&IDs for propulsion test facilities and ground support equipment.
• Design, size, and select components for cryogenic and high-pressure fluid systems.
• Define facility layout, foundations, structural interfaces, and site infrastructure requirements.
• Coordinate with civil engineering partners to implement test stands and support buildings.
• Define and implement automation architectures for test operations and facility control.
• Develop and validate safety-critical systems.

Required qualifications

• Degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, energy systems, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in propulsion test facilities or hot-fire test bench development.
• Strong expertise in fluid systems engineering, including cryogenic propellants.
• Experience designing or operating ground support equipment for rocket propulsion systems.
• Knowledge of automation systems and safety-critical control architectures for industrial or test environments.
• Experience coordinating infrastructure or facility development in industrial or remote environments.
• Demonstrated project management capability across multidisciplinary engineering activities.
• Hands-on engineering mindset with strong problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across international teams.
• Willingness to travel to and work periodically in the United Arab Emirates.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.

Before you apply

• All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

About the company

The Exploration Company is developing next-generation space transportation systems, including a lunar lander. They are building spacecraft for humanity.