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Headquartered in Elche (Spain) and founded in 2011 by Raúl Torres and Raúl Verdú, PLD Space has established itself as a global benchmark in the small satellite launch sector. Its family of MIURA launchers and LINCE crewed capsule position the company as a leader in European technological sovereignty for space transportation, covering the full spectrum of space missions.\nPLD Space operates over 188,000 m² of facilities in Elche, Teruel (Spain), Kourou (French Guiana), and Duqm (Oman), enabling the company to provide comprehensive satellite and payload launch services into space.\nTeamwork, courage, determination and ambition enable PLD Space to guarantee an autonomous, independent satellite space access capability, based on reliability at a globally competitive price. The company is able to offer best-in-class launch services to commercial satellite operators, institutions, space agencies and national and international governmental entities\nMission\nAs a Propulsion Design Engineer (Feed) at PLD Space, your mission is to design and develop cutting-edge feed systems for our launch vehicles and spacecraft. Your role is pivotal in ensuring the performance, reliability, and efficiency of the feed, contributing to the success of our space missions.\nResponsibilities\nParticipate in system design and architecture of liquid rocket propulsion subsystem. Tasks include concept design, detail design and creation of 2D drawings, as well as design support to production and assembly. \nDesign of main feed components. \nDesign of support structures and additional subsystems elements. \nConduct trade studies and evaluations of propulsion system configurations and technologies to support decision-making processes. \nLiaise with other engineering departments (Structures, M&P, Quality, etc.). \nOptimisation of design solutions and completion of assigned tasks “on time, on quality, on cost\" via continuous improvement processes. \nDefinition of materials and selection of standard parts in accordance with programme requirements. \nCreation of BOMs for production and assembly installation. \nCollaborate with suppliers and vendors for the procurement of propulsion system components, ensuring adherence to quality standards and technical specifications. \nSupport manufacturing and assembly processes, providing technical guidance and resolving any design-related issues that arise during production. \nContribute to the continuous improvement of propulsion system design methodologies, tools, and processes. \nGenerate documentation, including user guides, guidelines and user manuals for internal customers use. \nGenerate documentation for formal program development reviews.\nNecessary Requirements\nAerospace or Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s degree or demonstrable relevant experience in lieu thereof. \n> 3 years of relevant technical experience. \nExperience in design and routing of fluid systems. \nExperience in the application of DFM (Design for Manufacture). \nHigh degree of CAD competence and PDM tools.\nDesired Requirements\nAttention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality design documentation, models, and drawings. \nEffective communication and collaboration skills to work within cross-functional teams and communicate design concepts and requirements. \nStrong organizational and time management skills to meet 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