AIT Engineer (M/F)

AIT Engineer (M/F)

You will play a key role in ensuring the best performance of ThrustMe\’s propulsion systems by handling every aspect of the integration of our propulsion system.

Founded in 2017, ThrustMe is a pioneering space technology company specializing in advanced propulsion systems for small satellites. We are global experts in satellite propulsion, pushing the boundaries of streamlined in-orbit mobility for the rapidly expanding satellite constellation industry. Our clients across the US, Europe, and Asia trust us to design and deliver high-performance, precision-engineered propulsion systems that push technological boundaries while meeting demanding timelines and budgets. We made history in 2019 and 2020 with the world\’s first in-orbit demonstrations of iodine-fueled electric propulsion systems. Today, we are experiencing rapid growth, with over 300 systems ordered to date.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring the proper integration of our systems on the client satellites.
• Writing, testing and optimizing new and existing integration guidelines.
• Write satellite-level integration recommendations.
• Manage ground test facilities and test units, ensuring testing availability.
• Plan, organize, and execute test campaigns for characterisation of AIT (mechanical, thermal, electrical) of the different products and their various use‑cases.
• Assist and advise clients in their integration effort (mechanical, thermal, electrical), including travelling to the client facilities.
• Assist and advise clients in the safe handling of our product, from delivery over integration into the satellite, satellite level test, all the way up to launch.
• Lead investigation and anomaly resolution of any on‑ground issues encountered at the clients\’ facilities related to our propulsion systems.
• Contribute expertise to in‑space anomaly investigations.
• Collaborate with engineers and physicists in the industrialisation of ground‑breaking products, closing the loop of satellite integration experience and product improvement.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Master\’s degree in mechanical, aerospace engineering, or similar.
• 2+ years of experience in AIT for aerospace or related industries; Satellite AIT is a big plus.
• Hands‑on experience with complex assemblies and/or mechatronic systems.
• Hands‑on experience with electronics equipment, ideally lab and hardware debugging.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to details.
• Familiarity with CAD and technical drawings (Solidworks/Catia/Inventor/etc).
• Familiarity with specific aerospace testing standards (thermal vacuum, vibration, shock) is a plus.
• Familiarity with vacuum chamber operations is a big plus.
• Communicates in English fluently. French is a plus (A2 level or more).

Contact:

Yasmine Hamdi – HR Manager – Finance & Admin