Engineering Process Engineer
Defines, validates and documents engineering processes and methodologies to ECSS standards at PLD Space. Coordinates engineering teams and improves operational efficiency.
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· Additional training in Purchasing, Logistics, Warehouse Management, or Supply Chain will be valued.
· Experience in supplier management and order tracking.
· Proficiency in ERP business management systems, preferably ODOO or similar.
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Teams, and PowerPoint).
PLD Space is an international space services company with in-house engineering and manufacturing. It is dedicated to transporting satellites and people into space, vertically integrating engineering, testing, manufacturing, and operations of its reusable and sustainable rockets. Headquartered in Elche (Spain) and founded in 2011 by Raúl Torres and Raúl Verdú, PLD Space has established itself as a benchmark in the global launch vehicle sector. Its MIURA family of launch vehicles and its LINCE crew capsule position the company as a leader in European technological sovereignty in space transportation, covering the full range of space missions.
With a team of more than 450 employees and €350 million in total funding, PLD Space has the largest private test bench in Europe, located in Teruel (Spain), and operates a launch base at the Guiana Space Centre (CSG) in Kourou (French Guiana). In total, it has more than 188,000 m² of its own industrial infrastructure.
Teamwork, courage, determination, and ambition enable PLD Space to guarantee an autonomous and independent capability for satellite access to space, based on reliability at a competitive price globally. The company is able to offer the best launch services to commercial satellite operators, institutions, space agencies, and national and international government entities.
As a purchasing manager for tools, consumables, and auxiliary materials for manufacturing processes, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient supply of tools, consumables, and auxiliary materials needed for manufacturing processes, ensuring production continuity, compliance with quality, deadline, and cost requirements, through effective management of purchasing, inventories, suppliers, and internal resources.
Responsibilities
· Purchasing and Supply Management
· Inventory and Warehouse Management
· Administrative Management
· Supplier Management
· Production and Engineering Support
· Control and Continuous Improvement
· Higher Technician in Production Planning in Mechanical Manufacturing, Industrial Mechatronics, or similar.
· Experience in mechanical manufacturing environments, CNC machining, aerospace, automotive, or the metal-mechanical industry.
· Knowledge of cutting tools for CNC machining (end mills, drills, inserts, reamers, taps, tool holders, etc.).
· Knowledge of industrial consumables and auxiliary manufacturing materials.
· Ability to interpret drawings, technical specifications, catalogs, and manufacturer references.
· On-site physiotherapy
· 50% discount on health insurance
· You can add your family members to the health insurance at a competitive price.
· Healthy snacks and assorted fruit
Find your work-life balance
· 23 vacation days + December 24th and 31st off
· We foster hands-on learning
· We promote professional development through internal mobility and teamwork
Financial health... and flexible compensation.
· On-site daycare
· Restaurant vouchers
· Transport
· Training
Values
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!
PLD Space is a Spanish aerospace company specializing in the development of reusable rocket launch systems. Founded in 2011, the company is known for its Miura 1 suborbital launch vehicle and the upcoming Miura 5 orbital rocket, positioning itself as a key player in the European small satellite launch market. With a team of over 200 engineers and technicians, PLD Space is one of the few private companies in Europe developing its own launch vehicles.
PLD Space operates from its headquarters in Elche, Spain, with additional facilities in Teruel and Huelva. The company is expanding its workforce and actively recruits international talent, offering opportunities in engineering, aerospace, and manufacturing. Its work culture is fast-paced and innovation-driven, making it an attractive destination for professionals looking to contribute to Europe's growing space industry.
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