Tooling Structures Engineer

PLD Space·Elche, Spain

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    PLD Space doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak native-level Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Elche

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

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About PLD Space

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. Based in Elche and founded in 2011 by Raúl Torres and Raúl Verdú, PLD Space has established itself as a world reference in the small satellite launch vehicle sector. Its MIURA rocket family 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.

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.

Mission

As a Tooling Structures Engineer, your main mission is to be responsible for the design, analysis, planning, preparation of technical documentation, material selection, assembly process preparation, and support during the commissioning of the following types of tooling: 

  • Assembly lines for the different stages of the launcher. 
  • Integration of launcher stages. 
  • Lifting devices. 
  • Tilters.
  • Turbopump integration. 
  • Manufacturing.
  • Launcher transport and rocket engine units.

Responsibilities

  • Analysis and design of assembly stands, welding fixtures, drilling templates, etc. 
  • Preparation and development of technical documentation and design specifications. 
  • Material selection. 
  • Assembly process analysis and preparation, work orders, installation practices, and procedures. 
  • Definition of tooling maintenance. 
  • Compliance with legal requirements. 
  • Tooling budget management and control. 
  • Supplier management and control. 

Required Qualifications

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar. 
  • At least 3 years of experience in the described functions.
  • Advanced knowledge of manufacturing technologies. 
  • Knowledge of assembly, welding, and installation processes for metallic and composite structures. 
  • Knowledge of geometric and dimensional tolerances. 
  • Knowledge of ISO standards and ASNE standards.
  • Knowledge and selection of components and equipment.
  • Knowledge of CAD design. 
  • Autonomy.
  • Written and spoken English. 
  • Stress tolerance. 
  • Multitasking.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous experience in the aeronautical sector will be valued. 

Health and wellness

  • 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

Never stop learning

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

Find your work-life balance

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

Financial health... and flexible compensation.

  • Daycare
  • Restaurant tickets
  • Transportation
  • Education

Values

We have five core beliefs that guide the way 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!

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About the company

PLD Space

PLD Space

Aerospace

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Spanish company
100-250 employees