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Internship - Mechanical Test Engineer

ThrustMe

ThrustMe

Quality Assurance
London, UK
Posted on Mar 3, 2025
Technology - Product Development · Our office · Temporarily Remote

Internship - Mechanical Test Engineer

🚀 Join our team to help design, characterize, and set up mechanical tests for our propulsion systems. Gain hands-on experience, solve real challenges, and propel your aerospace career!

Founded in 2017, ThrustMe is a pioneering space technology company specializing in advanced propulsion systems for small satellites. We are global experts in satellite propulsion, pushing the boundaries of streamlined in-orbit mobility for the rapidly expanding satellite constellation industry. Our clients across the US, Europe, and Asia trust us to design and deliver high-performance, precision-engineered propulsion systems that push technological boundaries while meeting demanding timelines and budgets. We made history in 2019 and 2020 with the world’s first in-orbit demonstrations of iodine-fueled electric propulsion systems. Today, we are experiencing rapid growth, with over 300 systems ordered to date.

Your responsibilities

  • Conduct in-depth characterizations and performance evaluations of the mechanical test benchs under various conditions, ensuring precision and accuracy.
  • Analyse test data, identify patterns and propose improvements to optimize the mechanical test benchs’ functionality and reliability.
  • Assist in designing, prototyping, and implementing new testing methodologies to simulate real-world scenarios accurately.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of the upgraded test bench into our product development processes.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports and documentation outlining the test procedures, results, and recommendations.

Skills and qualifications

  • Undergoing bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace Studies, or a related field.
  • Some experience with testing, instrumentation, and data analysis as well as electronics prototyping is an asset.
  • Knowledge of structural dynamics is desired.
  • Willing to learn and ready to get out of his/her comfort zone with a positive “can do” attitude.
  • Ready to work within an international and multidisciplinary team.
  • Communicates in English fluently. French is a plus.
Department
Technology - Product Development
Locations
Our office
Remote status
Temporarily Remote
Contact Yasmine Hamdi HR Manager – Finance & Admin

About ThrustMe

ThrustMe is a fast-growing industrial engineering startup in the space sector, founded in 2017.

Founded in 2017
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Technology - Product Development · Our office · Temporarily Remote

Internship - Mechanical Test Engineer

🚀 Join our team to help design, characterize, and set up mechanical tests for our propulsion systems. Gain hands-on experience, solve real challenges, and propel your aerospace career!