Joblaze summary

In the role of ECLSS V&V Engineer Intern, the individual will engage in hands-on testing and validation of the Environmental Control and Life Support System, ensuring compliance with NASA ISS requirements. Key skills include a strong foundation in fluid mechanics, programming in Python, and experience with aerospace hardware, particularly pressure systems. This position is well-suited for someone with a background in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, who can work independently and collaboratively within a team. The Exploration Company emphasizes agility and collaboration, fostering an environment where innovative solutions are developed for space exploration.

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Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze November 12, 2026. Last confirmed on The Exploration Company's careers page November 12, 2026.
Python appears in 11.8% of 51 comparable intern other roles in Germany.

Quick facts

What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Python.
Does The Exploration Company sponsor work visas for this role?: Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
What seniority level is this role?: The Exploration Company targets intern candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Internship for this ECLSS V&V Engineer Intern role at The Exploration Company.

From the original posting

We want you as a talented intern to help us in our mission by contributing to the development, justification and validation of our Environmental Control and Life Support System (ECLSS).

As an ECLSS engineer intern, you will ensure that the system undergoes the correct steps to qualify it for flight. This inter-disciplinary position includes hands-on work on the test benches for the Pressure Control System (PCS), the Air Recirculation System (ARS) and the Crew and Emergency systems (CES). A major part of the work is to ensure the activities are documented properly according to the ECSS development process.

Key responsibilities

In your position as an ECLSS Engineer Intern, your role includes:

Verifying NASA ISS requirements applicable to ECLSS components through test and analysis data.
Build hands-on on test support equipments (GSEs) and functional test benches.
Supporting test activities and validating simulation results against test data for accuracy and reliability
Qualifying hardware components for internal designs and externally sourced parts in environmental testing such as vibration, shock and thermal cycling
Communicating effectively and providing recommendations through the preparation and presentation of technical data
Writing technical documentation and participating in internal and external reviews

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Science, or Mechanical Engineering
Hands-on experience with aerospace hardware, ideally pressure systems
Strong background in fluid mechanics
Experience with programming (Python) and data analysis
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Precision in ensuring compliance with ECSS processes
Understanding the implications of interacting with a crewed space station
Systems engineering mindset
Fluent in English; German is a plus
Strong skills in organizing and prioritizing of tasks
Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done
Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization
Behavior consistent with The Exploration Company's core values: Commitment, Innovation, Trust, Quality, and Teamwork

We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind

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ECLSS V&V Engineer Intern

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