Here at The Exploration Company, we are building innovative aerospace technologies that advance the future of space transportation.DescriptionWe are seeking a talented Propulsion Functional Engineer to join the Storm engine project. As a key member of our System Team, you will play a central role in defining the functional architecture of the Storm engine, ensuring seamless integration and correct interaction between subsystems to meet overall mission requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Propulsion Functional Engineer, your responsibilities will include:Functional EngineeringContribute to architecture trade-off studies, sensitivity analyses, and risk assessments, as well as component selection and make-or-buy decisionsContribute to the evaluation and optimization of the engine architecture and operating conditionsDevelop and maintain functional performance models of the propulsion system using simulation frameworks such as EcosimPro and PythonSystems EngineeringContribute to the definition and allocation of functional requirements for the engine and its subsystemsContribute to FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) to ensure that the system architecture meets reliability and safety targetsTesting & Model ValidationContribute to the definition of demonstrator architectures and operating conditionsAnalyse test data and use test results to validate and anchor system modelsWhat we would love to see from youMaster's Degree or higher (or NZ and AUS "Bachelor with honors") in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related and applicable technical discipline. Alternatively, a bachelor's degree with substantial relevant experienceMinimum 2 years of proven experience working with cryogenic propulsion systemsStrong knowledge of fluid dynamics and thermodynamicsFluency in English; proficiency in German or French are an assetBasic knowledge of aerospace standards (e.g. ECSS, NASA guidelines)Experience with modelling and simulation tools (e.g. EcosimPro) and/o