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This inter-disciplinary position includes hands-on work on the test benches for the Pressure Control System (PCS), the Air Recirculation System (ARS) and the Crew and Emergency systems (CES). A major part of the work is to ensure the activities are documented properly according to the ECSS development process.\nKey responsibilities\nIn your position as an ECLSS Engineer Intern, your role includes:\nVerifying NASA ISS requirements applicable to ECLSS components through test and analysis data.\n\nBuild hands-on on test support equipments (GSEs) and functional test benches.\n\nSupporting test activities and validating simulation results against test data for accuracy and reliability\n\nQualifying hardware components for internal designs and externally sourced parts in environmental testing such as vibration, shock and thermal cycling\n\nCommunicating effectively and providing recommendations through the preparation and presentation of technical data\n\nWriting technical documentation and participating in internal and external reviews\n\nWhat we would love to see from you\nBachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Science, or Mechanical Engineering\n\nHands-on experience with aerospace hardware, ideally pressure systems\n\nStrong background in fluid mechanics\n\nExperience with programming (Python) and data analysis\n\nAbility to work both independently and as part of a team\n\nPrecision in ensuring compliance with ECSS processes\n\nUnderstanding the implications of interacting with a crewed space station\n\nSystems engineering mindset\n\nFluent in English; German is a plus\n\nStrong skills in organizing and prioritizing of tasks\n\nPositive and flexible attitude to get the job done\n\nAbility to communicate across all levels of the organization\n\nBehavior consistent with The Exploration Company's core values: Commitment, Innovation, Trust, Quality, and Teamwork\n\nWhy you should join us!\nWhat makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:\nWe’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind\n\nWe’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them\n\nWe have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. 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