Orbex Space

Orbex are looking for Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Assembly Integration and Test (AIT) team, to support the design, analysis and manufacturing of our launch platform structure and ground system equipment.   This is an exciting role where you will be working with a team of experts to develop high-precision and high-performance components which will ultimately be launched into orbit. This role will work closely with key team members across design, development, composites specialists, analysis and manufacturing to provide you with a varied set of tasks, learning from some of the best engineers in the industry .   The Position    Responsibilities of the role will include but are not limited to:  Design and development of structural and mechanical components and assemblies for the launch vehicle and its supporting ground segment equipment (GSE), including assembly and test fixtures.  Evaluate design and ensure functionality, ease of assembly, and safety for manufacture,...

Orbex are looking for experienced Harness Design Engineer to join AIT Team with significant skills in design, development, integration and validation of electrical wiring and interconnect systems for launch vehicles. You will play a crucial role in supporting Assembly, Integration, and Testing activities for harness design and integration, be responsible for following standards for a safe and reliable system ensuring compliance to required regulations and manufacturing benchmarks. The Position Key responsibilities of the role Design and create detailed wiring design with 2D schematics and 3D routing. Ensure compliance with IPC/WHMA-A-620/ECSS-Q-ST standards to maintain high-quality standards in harnessing and avionics integration. Define and select the different connectors, cables, shields, grounding with protections required for the integration of harnesses. Support with overall system architecture by developing harnessing topologies and electrical distribution...

Orbex are looking for Senior Fluid Systems Design Engineer to support our AIT Department.  You will own the design, development, analysis, and integration of complex fluid delivery systems for our test site in Kinloss and Spaceport. You will have an immediate impact on developments relating to our ground support segment as well as spaceport integration, directly influencing path to our first launch of Prime. The Position Responsibilities of the role will include but are not limited to: Engineer LPG, Water Deluge, Gaseous Helium (GHe) Distribution System, Helium Transfer (HeTR), and Liquid Nitrogen (LIN) systems, including P&ID creation, thermal protection, and insulation integration. Conduct CFD, FEA, and thermal simulations to ensure optimal performance, including pressure drop and flow balancing analysis. Develop and execute test plans to validate system functionality, safety, and reliability under simulated and operational conditions. Oversee fabrication, assembly,...