Propulsion Design Engineer (Feed)

PLD Space is an international company whose mission is to transport satellites into space, vertically integrating the engineering, testing, manufacturing, and operations of its reusable and sustainable rockets. Headquartered in Elche and founded in 2011 by Raúl Torres and Raúl Verdú, PLD Space has established itself as a world reference in the field of small satellite launch vehicles. Its MIURA family of launch vehicles and its LINCE crewed capsule position the company as a leader in European space transportation sovereignty, covering the full range of space missions.

PLD Space has more than 188,000 m² of technical facilities in Elche, Teruel, Kourou (French Guiana), and Duqm (Oman), allowing it to offer complete launch services for satellites and other payloads into space.

Teamwork, courage, determination, and ambition enable PLD Space to guarantee autonomous and reliable access to space for satellites at a globally competitive price. The company is able to offer the best launch services to commercial satellite operators, institutions, and national and international government agencies.

As a Propulsion Design Engineer (Feed) at PLD Space, your mission is to design and develop cutting-edge systems for our launch vehicles and spacecraft. Your role is essential to ensuring the performance, reliability, and efficiency of the feed system, contributing to the success of our space missions.

• Participate in the design of the system and architecture of the liquid rocket propulsion subsystem. Tasks include conceptual design, detailed design, and creation of 2D drawings, as well as design support for manufacturing and assembly.
• Design the main components of the feed system.
• Design support structures and additional subsystem elements.
• Conduct trade studies and evaluations of propulsion system configurations and technologies to support decision-making processes.
• Coordinate with other engineering departments (Structures, Materials & Processes, Quality, etc.).
• Optimize design solutions and complete assigned tasks "on time, with quality, and within budget" through continuous improvement processes.
• Define materials and select standard components according to program requirements.
• Create Bill of Materials (BOM) for manufacturing and assembly.
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors for the procurement of propulsion system components, ensuring compliance with quality standards and technical specifications.
• Support manufacturing and assembly processes, providing technical guidance and resolving any design-related issues that arise during production.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of propulsion system design methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Generate documentation, including user guides, guidelines, and manuals for internal and customer use.
• Generate documentation for formal program development reviews.

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• More than 3 years of relevant technical experience.
• Experience in the design and routing of fluid systems.
• Experience in the application of DFM (Design for Manufacturing).
• High proficiency in CAD and PDM tools.

• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality design documentation, models, and drawings.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working within cross-functional teams and conveying design concepts and requirements.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet project deadlines and milestones.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of propulsion system design tasks.
• Fluent written and oral communication skills in both Spanish and English.

• Previous experience in the aerospace industry.
• Knowledge of key manufacturing technologies and their capabilities.
• Experience in the design of cryogenic systems.
• Experience using 3D CAD systems: CATIA and/or Siemens NX.
• Experience using PDM systems: Teamcenter, VPM, EPD, Optegra, Enovia, etc.

• Physiotherapy within our facilities
• 50% discount on your health insurance
• You can add your family members to the health insurance at a competitive price.
• Healthy snacks and fresh fruit

• We foster practical learning
• We promote professional development through internal mobility and teamwork

• 23 vacation days + December 24th and 31st off

• Daycare
• Restaurant tickets
• Transportation
• Education

We have five core beliefs that guide how PLD Space is shaping the future of space launch technologies

• Teamwork
• Effort
• Dynamism
• Commitment
• Make it easy

Join us to reinvent the way rockets are built!