MAIT Mechanical Technician (Aerospace)

TL;DR

MAIT Mechanical Technician (Aerospace): Assembling and integrating components for the Nyx orbital vehicle with an accent on propulsion and thermal system assembly. Focus on performing high-precision mechanical tasks, orbital welding, and ensuring compliance with rigorous ESA and NASA quality standards.

Location: Onsite in Munich, Germany. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are provided for eligible candidates.

Company

The Exploration Company is developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle designed for cargo transport and future human spaceflight.

What you will do

• Assemble the Nyx Capsule in collaboration with mechanical and GSE teams.
• Support AIT propulsion and thermal assembly, including tube bending.
• Perform orbital welding tasks on propulsion and thermal systems.
• Conduct pressure testing and verify that all components meet safety standards.
• Document assembly procedures, anomalies, and deviations.
• Assist in environmental testing, including instrumentation and test setup preparation.

Requirements

• Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical qualification as a Technician.
• Proficiency in English.
• Experience with assembly tasks and specialized tooling.
• Knowledge of ESA and NASA quality and safety standards.
• Ability to follow strict safety and quality control measures.

Nice to have

• 2-3 years of experience in building space vehicles.
• Experience in welding, particularly aluminium orbital welding.

Culture & Benefits

• Agile decision-making environment with a focus on speed and transparency.
• Collaborative culture centered on democratizing space exploration.
• Opportunity to work on a rare, high-impact space technology project.