Nyx Crew ECLSS Senior Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the ECLSS Principal Engineer and other Nyx Crew team members to further the development of the Nyx Crew ECLS Systems.
• Lead the development of ECLSS components and sub-systems from concept and requirement generation through Critical Design Review and eventual Flight Hardware delivery with the support and oversight of the ECLSS Principal Engineer.
• Design and develop test rigs and test objectives for components and subsystems.
• Develop and validate analytical models to predict system behavior and inform design decisions.
• Conduct component trade studies and make recommendations that balance performance, cost, schedule, and risk.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee development activities to achieve technical, schedule, and budget objectives.
• Manage Product Lifecycle Management workflows, Bill of Materials configurations, and Interface Control Documents.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks, resolve anomalies, and deliver qualified flight hardware aligned with program milestones.
• Create detailed engineering documentation, including design reviews, test plans, test and analysis reports, and technical specifications.
• Provide technical mentorship to lower level engineers and technicians.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Lead technical interactions with suppliers, development partners, and external stakeholders, including component selection, procurement, oversight, and acceptance activities.
• Collaborate closely with subsystems, MAIT, and program teams to ensure successful system integration.
• Communicate technical status, risks, and recommendations while ensuring alignment between propulsion activities and broader vehicle development objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred) or Aerospace Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in technical coordination of aerospace or spacecraft projects, from early development to qualification.
• Experience in design processes, including concept development, trade studies, testing, and optimization for manufacturability and reliability.
• Experience in developing and leading component testing campaigns, including test objective generation and test rig design and development.
• Experience with 3D modeling software.
• Experience with ECLSS systems, including pressure systems, air circulation systems, water systems and/or atmospheric monitoring & processing systems.
• Experience with environmental testing, such as vibration, shock, thermal vacuum, etc.
• Experience with ECSS and NASA standards is a plus.
• Familiarity with tools like GitHub and Python is a plus.

Skills and Behaviors

• Ability to effectively utilize oral and written communication to express technical concepts and recommendations.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizing and prioritization of tasks.
• Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with The Exploration Company’s core values of Vision, Competence, Integrity, and Passion.