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Propulsion AIT Principal Engineer

Bordeaux, France💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-30 → 2026-10-01

Core

Lead Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) activities for cryogenic liquid-propellant propulsion systems on a reusable orbital vehicle.

Role type

Principal Engineer (Propulsion AIT)

Builds

Modular reusable space orbital vehicle (Nyx) propulsion systems

Domain

Aerospace / Propulsion Engineering

Required skills

Cryogenic systems expertise, Liquid-propellant propulsion, Complex test campaign execution, Engineering team leadership, Multidisciplinary coordination, Root-cause analysis, Configuration management, Test facility operations, Risk mitigation, Technical documentation

Preferred skills

French language proficiency

Technologies

Ground support equipment, Data acquisition systems, Instrumentation

Responsibilities

Define and maintain AIT approach and technical execution strategy, Review and approve AIT procedures and test plans, Lead technical assessment and resolution of complex AIT problems, Oversee preparation and execution of functional testing and acceptance activities, Coordinate investigation of anomalies and corrective actions, Lead and support Propulsion AIT Team Leaders, Ensure compliance with safety rules and regulatory requirements, Contribute to integrated project planning and resource balancing

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership

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