Lunar Lander Test Bench Development Senior Engineer

The role

You will lead the design, development, and deployment of a new remote test facility from concept to operations. This includes propulsion test infrastructure design, cryogenic fluid systems engineering, and civil infrastructure coordination.

What you will do

• Define and synthesize system-level requirements for a remote lunar lander test site
• Lead the design and implementation of the complete facility
• 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.