Metallic Coating Engineer, EDP
Parque Industrial de Elche (Poligono Industrial),
Spain
About PLD Space
Founded in 2011, PLD Space is a high-tech engineering, manufacturing and service-driven company, with deep track record and expertise in space launch technologies.
We are a trusted global championing industry leader disrupting the pathway to space access. We are on a mission to reach new hights by making space more accesible, supporting missions that will make us smarter, safer and wealthier.
Our purpose is to propel new futures, to enable progress from space and enrich peoples’ lives on Earth, by moving new economies, people and world forward.
Mission
The 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.
Benefits
Health & Wellness: We want you to be happy and healthy in body and mind. We encourage you to have regular physiotherapy sessions at our facilities so that you can continue with your physical activities. We offer partial coverage of your medical scheme covering you, your spouse or partner, and your children.
Boost your creativity: Focus. Energy. Yummy snacks and those fizzy waters you love. It takes a lot to be creative all day, but we’ve got you covered. Eat local, sustainable, delectable fare at our cafes, and plunder our pantries for fresh fruit and other goodies whenever you need a boost.
Engineering by doing: We encourage hands-on learning and foster internal mobility and team collaboration, with one-third of positions filled by current employees and one in five people promoted each year.
Find balance: PLD Space offers 22 days of annual leave, 6 global wellbeing days, and public holidays. We prioritize worklife balance with flexible schedules, empowering teams to manage their own hours. We work hard here, so we encourage taking breaks to recharge, ensuring a healthy work environment.
Never stop learning: At PLD Space, education and professional development is a priority. We offer extensive learning opportunities, from conferences and webinars to higher education programs and technical certifications.
Focus on your financial future: Flexible remuneration plan lets you allocate part of your salary to everyday expenses like lunch, nursery school or public transport, which are exempt from Personal Income Tax (IRPF) when paid through this system.
Values
We have five critical beliefs that guide the way PLD Space is shaping the future of space launch technologies.
- Teamwork.
- Hard work.
- Dynamism.
- Commitment.
- Keep it simple.
Join us to reinvent how rockets are built!