Recovery Engineer
The Exploration Company
About this role
A Recovery Engineer at The Exploration Company leads the operational execution of recovery missions for the Nyx space vehicle, which includes developing recovery procedures, managing offshore assets, and securing regulatory approvals. The role demands the coordination of multidisciplinary teams and hands-on involvement in building and activating recovery systems while making real-time decisions during operations. Candidates should have a background in offshore engineering, hardware maintenance, and project management in complex technical environments, along with a willingness to travel and work at sea.
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About The Exploration Company
www.exploration.spaceThe Exploration Company is a pioneering venture focused on creating accessible, sustainable, and cooperative space solutions. Their flagship product, Nyx, is a modular, reusable, and in-orbit refillable space vehicle designed to transport cargo safely and affordably to and from low-Earth orbit and beyond. With a strong commitment to innovation, the company aims to revolutionize space travel by enabling a cooperative future in space exploration and operations.
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About The Exploration Company
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$84k – $113k
per year