Aerospace Engineer Specialist

3 weeks ago


Retford, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Orbex Space Full time

We are seeking a talented and motivated Aerospace Engineer with a strong background in mechanical engineering to join our team at Orbex Space. This role will focus on supporting the procurement team by sourcing and acquiring Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) equipment necessary for launch operations.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to space exploration by ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, cost-efficiency, and timely delivery of essential components.

As a rapidly growing company, we have staff located between our production and test facilities in Scotland and Denmark. We work on cutting-edge advances in rocket fuel technology, which has led to innovations in propulsion and tank structures.

A state-of-the-art re-flight system means we can recover and reuse our technology, and innovations in separation mechanisms mean we leave no debris on orbit.

Our team has developed in-house production capability, allowing us to 3D print complex engines, produce full-scale carbon composite fuel tanks, and have avionics and software testing labs in both Scotland and Denmark.

You will be based in Forres, gaining a unique insight into what it takes to build a new launch vehicle for a buoyant commercial market.

We offer a salary of £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience, plus benefits including 34 days paid holiday, NEST workplace pension, and Cycle to Work scheme.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with engineers and suppliers, reviewing engineering specifications, sourcing and evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, providing technical support, monitoring project costs, and making Make / Buy decisions.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, CIPS certification or equivalent procurement qualifications, and proven experience in procurement or purchasing.



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