Requirements: English
Company: Payload Aerospace
Region: Valencia , Valencian Community
About PLD SpacePLD Space is an international space servicescompany with in-house engineering and manufacturing. It is dedicated totransporting satellites and humans intospace, vertically integrating engineering, testing, manufacturing andoperations of its reusable and sustainable rockets. Headquartered in Elche(Spain) and founded in 2011 by RalTorres and Ral Verd, PLD Space has established itself asa global benchmark in the space launcher sector. Its MIURA family of launchersand its LINCE manned capsule position the company as a leader in Europeantechnological sovereignty in space transportation, covering the full range ofspace missions.With a team of more than 280 employees and 170million in total funding, PLD Space also has the largest private test benchesin Europe, located in Teruel (Spain), and operates two launch bases: ElArenosillo, in Huelva (Spain); and the Guiana Space Centre (CSG), in Kourou(French Guiana). In total, it has more than 188,000m2 of industrialinfrastructures under management.MissionThe main target will be developing the different metallic coatings for the MIURA 5 rocket engines.Responsibilities- Evaluate and choose the best procedure for each process.- Define the optimum parameters for each process.- Define and create the required documentation for the execution of each process.- Establish the required controls and tests.- Process data and results evaluation, setting corrective or improvement actions if needed.- Deal with suppliers of raw materials and equipment.Necessary Requirements- Bachelor in Aeronautical/Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with specialization in Materials.- Other academic backgrounds may be considered depending on relevant work experience.Desired Requirements- At least 3 years of experience in electroplating processes for non ferrous metals.- Deep knowledge of chemistry of electrochemical processes.- Experience in parametrization and optimization of complex processes.- Knowledge of masking (types, preparation, application...).- Knowledge of characterization techniques for metallic coatings.- Experience in the aeronautical and/or the space sector.- Experience working with ERP and LIMS systems.- Used to work with diverse standards (ISO, ASTM, ECSS, MIL, NACE...).- Familiar with the sources of scientific production.- Used to work under pressure without losing safety nor quality.- Methodical and with the ability to synthesize.- Strict compliance with HSE rules.- Agile, proactive and oriented towards achievements.- Able to teamwork and to interact with all the involved departments.- Experience in copper and nickel electroplating processes.- Experience in metallography and destructive testing.- Experience in other coating processes and surface treatments on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals (e.G. thermal spray, cold spray, electropolishing, conversion coatings...).- Experience in the visualization of 3D models using CAD software, as well as in the interpretation of complex plans.- Knowledge of Spanish and European law applicable to the products and equipment used (REACH, CE marking...), as well as EHS.- Certified according to FROSIO scheme or NACE scheme.BenefitsHealth Wellness- Physiotherapywithin our facilities- 50%discount on your health insurance- Youcan sign-up your family members with health insurance at a competitive price.- Healthysnacks and lots of fruitFindbalance- 23 days of paid vacation plusDecember 24th and 31st- Flexible work scheduleNeverstop learning- We encourage practical learning- We promote professional developmentthrough internal mobility and teamworkFocuson your financial future- Childcare flexible contributions- Restaurant tickets- Transport flexible contributions- Training supportValuesWehave five critical beliefs that guide the way PLD Space is shaping the futureof space launch technologies.- Teamwork.- Hardwork.- Dynamism.- Commitment.- Keepit simple.Joinus to reinvent how rockets are built!