Propulsion Test Engineer
2 months ago
Orbex are looking for experienced Propulsion Test Engineer to take ownership and support the development of the Orbex Engine systems, including the continuous improvement and maintenance of our test sites.
As a Test Engineer, you will design and commission new test benches, oversee and conduct engine test campaigns, create and execute test procedures, and collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure the success of our propulsion test programs.
Your contribution will greatly influence the advancements of our engines and test infrastructure.
To be successful you will need to have a general mechanical flair, a willingness to be hands-on when working at our outdoor test facility in Faxe.
The Position:
The position includes the following tasks and responsibilities:
- Plan and execute propulsion system tests, turbomachinery and/or cryogenic main engine testing at component level and as integrated systems.
- Own the development and continuous improvement of test facilities and equipment: Oversee the design, validation, operation, and maintenance of new and existing test benches.
- Provide production support, assembly, commissioning, operation, and continuous improvement of new test benches and upgrades to existing test benches.
- Development and refinement of test and qualification plans, procedures, risk assessments, and operating manuals, ensuring that they align with industry best practices and meet safety-critical standards.
- Lead and coordinate tasks and teams to ensure that design and test goals are met.
- Preparing devices for test in collaboration with other engineers and technicians.
- Analyse test data, conduct Test Readiness Reviews and Post-Test Reviews, and make data-driven recommendations for product and process improvements.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., propulsion, assembly, avionics) to ensure seamless integration and testing of systems.
Essential Information:
This role will require significant time working outdoors, regardless of weather.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering or a related field.
- 3+ years of industry experience in propulsion testing or related fields, with background in supporting test campaigns for hybrid or liquid rocket engines.
- Proven experience in running test campaigns and developing testing infrastructure, including cryogenic and high-pressure fluid systems.
- Deep understanding of propulsion systems and related technologies, with specific expertise in cryogenics, turbomachinery, and advanced pipeline design.
- Mechanical engineering skills, with proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks or similar) and the ability to read and create Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
- Analytical skills with experience using simulation tools (e.g., Ecosimpro, Amesim) for performance prediction and troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated experience with safety-critical environments.
Desired Qualifications and Experience
- Experience with air-breathing engines or solid rocket motors will also be considered.
- Hands-on experience with hydraulics or other fluid power systems.
Location
This role is based in Copenhagen at Orbex’s Danish propulsion engineering and manufacturing site.
You will be spending time both at the factory and our nearby rocket engine testing site, with occasional travel to our main factory, test and launch sites in Scotland.
Personality
Orbex is a high-paced, startup culture where you will be encouraged to take assume responsibility for tasks and see them through.
You will be focused, patient and have strong attention to detail.
It is imperative that you take initiative, communicate openly and can collaborate with technical and non-technical team members. You must be able to thrive in an international, diverse and multicultural environment.
Security
You must be a UK or European citizen or from a country that is a signatory to the MTCR convention.
Benefits
For the right candidate, we offer an excellent benefits package that includes:
- Competitive salary.
- Annual 1% special holiday allowance.
- Share Options in the company so you will really benefit from your hard work as the company grows and is successful.
- Group Life Insurance, Lump Sum.
- Enhanced vacation leave including the Danish Holiday act (25 days) + an additional 5 days, public holidays and up to 3 additional enhanced public holidays.
- Up to 8 days additional leave for child related sickness (up to aged 8).
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave.
- Orbex are able to sponsor visas for you and your family and provide comprehensive relocation assistance, this includes 1 month of accommodation in the local area paid for by the company, a relocation allowance and full support through the visa application process.
-
Propulsion Test Engineer
2 months ago
København, Denmark Kdc Resource Full timeJob Description Propulsion Test Engineer The position includes the following tasks and responsibilities:Plan and execute propulsion system tests, turbomachinery and/or cryogenic main engine testing at component level and as integrated systems. Own the development and continuous improvement of test facilities and equipment: Oversee the design, validation,...
-
Test Site Technician
1 month ago
København, Denmark Orbex Space Full timeAt Orbex we are looking for a Test Site Technician to join our growing team in Copenhagen. With us, you will have the opportunity to support rocket engine and turbopump testing campaigns, production for propulsion systems and most of all, you will directly contribute to the maiden launch of Orbex Prime! It would be desirable that the applicant have a...
-
Test & Commissioning Engineer
4 months ago
København, Denmark Alstom Transport Danmark AS Full timeLocation: Copenhagen, DK Company: Alstom Req ID:460737 At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues...
-
Test Engineer for electronics
4 months ago
København, Denmark Radiometer Danmark Danaher Full timeIn our line of work, life isn’t a given - it’s the ultimate goal. When life takes an unexpected turn, our technology and solutions enable caregivers to make informed diagnostic decisions to improve patient care. This is our shared purpose at Radiometer and what unites all +4000 of us - no matter our roles or where in the world we’re located. Creating...
-
Signalling IT test and integration Engineer
2 weeks ago
København, Denmark Hitachi Rail Full timeSignalling IT Test and Integration Engineer Signalling IT Test and Integration Engineer Apply remote type Hybrid locations Copenhagen time type Full time posted on Posted 17 Days Ago job requisition id R1005506 About Us A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of...
-
Senior QA
4 months ago
København, Denmark Banking Circle Full timeAre you competent in improving quality, automate processes and thrive working in an agile environment? Do you value using your technical understanding to create the best possible testing of our solutions, in a team where we want to collaborate on testing early in the development cycle and support frequent deployments and releases to Cloud? Banking Circle is...
-
Signalling IT test and integration Engineer
2 weeks ago
København, Denmark Thales e-Security, Inc. Full timeSignalling IT Test and Integration Engineer Apply remote type: Hybrid, locations: Copenhagen, time type: Full time, posted on: Posted 5 Days Ago, job requisition id: R1005506 About Us A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology....
-
Test Manager
4 months ago
København, Denmark Cognizant Full timeTest Manager Permanent Employment – Copenhagen, Denmark What makes Cognizant a unique place to work? The combination of rapid growth and an international and innovative environment! This is creating a lot of opportunities for people like YOU — people with an entrepreneurial spirit who want to make a difference in this world. At Cognizant, together...
-
Senior Test Manager
4 months ago
København, Denmark Cognizant Full timeSenior Test Manager Permanent Employment – Copenhagen What makes Cognizant a unique place to work? The combination of rapid growth and an international and innovative environment! This is creating a lot of opportunities for people like YOU — people with an entrepreneurial spirit who want to make a difference in this world. At Cognizant, together with...
-
København, Denmark Workday Peakon Full timeYour work days are brighter here. At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our...
-
Procurement Assistant
3 weeks ago
København, Denmark Orbex Space Full timeOrbex is looking for a Procurement Assistant to join our team in Copenhagen, on a permanent basis. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting sourcing and procurement activities for the Orbex Prime launch vehicle and related projects. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to gain hands-on experience in procurement and...
-
Onboard Engineer
3 months ago
København, Denmark Northern Offshore Services Full timeWe are looking for an Onboard Engineer to join our Technical team at Northern Offshore Services. Are you the one? Are you looking for new challenges? Do you want to work in a modern, family-owned shipping company with a strong brand and an entrepreneurial mindset? Are you a problem solver with an eye for details? Then do not hesitate to apply to be part of...
-
Senior Test Specialist
4 months ago
København, Denmark Dalux Full timeDo you have a passion for quality of software development, and do you get excited when you hear someone talks about test planning? Then this might be just the right opportunity for you! Quality and Test Management at Dalux We are looking for a Senior Test Specialist to join our software development organization. This role will be one of the first hires in...
-
Project Test
3 weeks ago
København, Denmark ALSTOM Gruppe Full timeCompany: Alstom At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and...
-
Autonomous vehicle Test Operator
2 months ago
København, Denmark Terry Soot MG Full timeCompany Description Terry Soot Management Group (TSMG) is a field data collection company founded in 2017 in Europe. We collect data where automation is not possible. We count features, take pictures, make videos, record speech, and scan areas for every detail you need to make more informed decisions. Our field data collection teams are spread across...
-
Field Engineer
4 months ago
København, Denmark Alstom Transport Danmark AS Full timeProduct Introduction Field Engineer: As part of the Danish Product Introduction (PI) department, you will – with reference to the Danish Product Introduction Manager – be given tasks like these: Support technical tests and investigations during the warranty period for new trainsets. Investigate the root cause of errors in order to develop corrective and...
-
QA Engineer
4 months ago
København, Denmark Vivino Full timeBy harnessing the power of technology and social behaviour, we have created a community-driven e-commerce platform powered by personalization with almost 70 million community members. Now is the time to join a fast-paced and growing team where you will work and learn from some of the best developers in the industry. Process and develop new ways to test and...
-
Software Engineer/Developer for Deloitte Engineering
2 months ago
København, Denmark Recruit IT Full timeSoftware Engineer/Developer for Deloitte Engineering For our customer Deloitte, we are looking for a Software Engineer/Developer. With more than 3000 employees Deloitte is the largest audit and consultancy firm in Denmark. They tailor solutions across Audit, Tax, Financial Advisory Services, Enterprise Risk Services and Consulting. About the team The...
-
Full stack Developer/QA Engineer
4 months ago
København, Denmark ReFlow Full timeReFlow Remote Work Freelance Salary Competitive Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to apply your technical skills to make a real impact? ReFlow, a leading environmental engineering firm, seeks a motivated and talented Sustainability Data Scientist to join our team for the summer of 2024. At ReFlow, we specialize in lifecycle assessment (LCA)...
-
Senior QA Engineer
4 months ago
København, Denmark Corti Full timeThere is no quality healthcare without a quality dialogue. Today, that dialogue is broken; we need you to help us fix it. Doctors and nurses across the world are facing unprecedented challenges. When we meet them, they're dealing with heavy workloads, extensive paperwork, and the pressure of performing well, which in healthcare, can have dire consequences....