Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.
The Avionics Manufacturing Team Lead will be responsible for managing a team of technicians to assemble, integrate, and test avionics equipment for the Nyx spacecraft, ensuring that schedule, quality, and process discipline are maintained at every stage of production.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 4–6 years of hands-on experience in electronics or avionics assembly, integration, and test.
Demonstrated experience managing or leading a team of technicians in a production or integration environment.
Proven ability to maintain schedule adherence under pressure while upholding high quality standards.
Strong understanding of avionics systems and electronics assembly processes (PCB assembly, harness routing, connector crimping, conformal coating, etc.).
Experience defining and writing manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and test protocols.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, assembly drawings, and ICD documents.
Fluent in English; strong communication skills for cross-functional coordination. German languange is big plus.
Desirable Skills
Previous experience in the space, defence, or aerospace sector.
Familiarity with ECSS/NASA standards and derating practices for space hardware.
Experience with quality management systems such as EN9100 or ISO 9001 — knowledge of audits, NCR processes, and quality gates is a strong plus.
Knowledge of environmental testing requirements: vibration, thermal vacuum, EMC.
Experience interfacing with design teams during early-stage product development.
Why you should join us!
What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:
We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind
We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them
We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?
We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly.
The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.
All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful condition of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third-party provider, to ensure this process as efficient and transparent as possible.
If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.
Compensation Range: €77.5K - €105K
