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Manufacturing Engineer

Orbex Space

Copenhagen, Denmark · 2650 Hvidovre, Denmark

Posted on Apr 24, 2025

At Orbex we are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer that will become a critical technical link between our design engineering team, to work as part of our team developing and manufacturing our 3D printed rocket engine and turbo-machinery.

This is an exciting time to join Orbex and to directly contribute to the maiden launch of Orbex Prime.

Orbex

Orbex is a leading micro-launch company with our Prime and Proxima launch vehicles being prepared to launch from Scotland. We are well placed to be one of the first operational micro-launch companies in Europe with over €158m/£133m of project financing secured, a number of customers signed up, launch licence application submitted, and backing from organisations including UKSA and ESA.

We are a rapidly growing company with staff located between our production and test facilities in Forres, Scotland and Copenhagen, Denmark. Working on cutting edge advances in rocket fuel technology, Prime’s carbon footprint is up to 96% lower than comparable vehicles, leading to innovations in propulsion and tank structures. A state-of-the-art re-flight system means we can recover and reuse our technology, and innovations in separation mechanisms mean we leave no debris on orbit.
Having developed in-house production capability, we can 3D print complex engines, produce full-scale carbon composite fuel tanks, and have avionics and software testing labs in both Scotland and Denmark.
Based in Copenhagen, you will be right in the heart of this fast-paced cutting-edge company, using your skills to build a new launch vehicle for a buoyant commercial market.
Orbex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is working towards a more diverse workforce in the aerospace industry.

The Position

At Orbex you will be joining a team developing one of the most innovative, high-tech orbital space launch vehicles in the world.
As a Manufacturing Engineer you will directly plan and support development of Orbex’s first time production facilities for liquid propulsion systems and set the standards for the future.
You will be involved in all aspects of the production run, from planning and process validation to monitoring results and failure rates.
Ideally you will have previous experience taking a product development from “one off” parts to a standardised production series.

Your role will include but is not limited to the following tasks and responsibilities:

New Product introduction – Serving as the technical link between design engineering and manufacturing operations
Production planning, first article delivery and continuous improvements
Creation and maintenance of effective production working instructions with the related quality control points
Defining and maintaining in-house production specifications, SOP and SOIs
Working with the design teams to establish manufacturing readiness review data packs
Verifying manufacturing process to ensure consistent delivery of products within specified quality standards
Supporting the Tooling design, acceptance process and coordination with Design authority
Sourcing materials, components and consumables needed for the production
Establishing relationships and engaging with local and international suppliers (owning the relationship from sourcing to product)
Track production cycle, defect rates and outputs – monitor process reliability and address inefficiencies to minimise waste and improve cycle times
Collaborate with QA teams to conduct inspection and audits, identifying and addressing non- conformities
Ensure proper maintenance of equipment to meet manufacturing standards

Key Qualifications and Experience

Educational Background in a relevant engineering discipline like Manufacturing, Production, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering and similar
Previous experience in developing a First Time production process and facilities
Experienced software user including:

3D CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA preferred),
ERP Systems (we use Odoo),
Microsoft Excel,
Ansys,
Microsoft 360 package.

Strong knowledge of materials and their properties, specifically relating to metal machining, including high performance nickel-based alloys, aluminium and copper chromium zirconium
Inspection and integration techniques including mechanical and additive manufacturing experience
Sound working knowledge of manual and automated production
End to End experience in coordinating and managing suppliers
Experience collaborating and souring external suppliers
Working knowledge of ERP/PLM systems (we use Odoo)

Desirable Experience:

Fluent in Danish and English
Familiarity with materials, processes and standards for aerospace and space applications
Knowledge of non-destructive inspection techniques
Additive manufacturing experience
Experience implementing capital investment projects in the production environment

Location – Copenhagen

Our roles need to be on-site in Denmark due to the nature of the position, export controls and security. This role is based in Copenhagen at Orbex’s Danish propulsion engineering and manufacturing site.
Copenhagen is one of Europe's most modern and aesthetically interesting cities. It is regarded as being one of the most livable cities in the world, with a strong reputation for being clean, green and sustainable.
With a huge, active waterfront and a lively social scene, Copenhagen offers a wide range of social activities and leisure opportunities, all with a uniquely Scandinavian flair. Activities include cycling and sailing, and the centre of the city is famed for it's cultural highlights.

Security

You must be a UK or European citizen or from a country that is a signatory to the MTCR convention. You may be required to undergo a background check which includes a criminal record check.

Benefits

Annual 1% special holiday allowance

Group Life Insurance, Lump Sum.

30 days of paid vacation plus public holidays

Up to 7 days additional leave per year, for child related sickness (up to age of 12)

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave

Cycle to work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Orbex are able to sponsor visas for you and your family and provide comprehensive relocation assistance, this includes 1 month of accommodation in the local area paid for by the company, a relocation allowance and full support through the visa application process.

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