About NordSpace
NordSpace (https://nordspace.com) is a Canadian startup with the mission to advance life on Earth, from space. NordSpace is committed to extremely rapid innovation and development of the most ambitious aerospace projects with the most ambitious team. With divisions spanning everything from space robotics to satellites to rockets, NordSpace is driven to bring space closer to Earth and inspire generations of space explorers.
Role purpose:
As a Valve Engineer you contribute to the design, analysis, testing and optimization of the system to ensure fluids (liquid, or gas) move through a system safely, efficiently, and under control. You ensure designs are robust, testable, manufacturable, and meet program performance, cost, and schedule objectives. You will work cross-functionally with structures, avionics and manufacturing teams to take your hardware from concept through qualification. The role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and wants to see their designs tested, iterated, and flown.
Core responsibilities
- Participate in component design, P&ID development, determining and describing the test campaign scope, facility planning, equipment layout
- Develop and manage engineering documentation, and BOMs within the company’s ERP system to support manufacturing and supply chain activities.
- Collaborate with project managers, system engineers, electrical engineers, mechanical and process engineers to ensure integrated system designs.
- Support and supervise manufacturing and test teams during fabrication, assembly, and testing.
- Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or a closely related engineering discipline; Master’s degree is an asset.
- 4+ years of experience in mechanical design of fluid/gas control elements (like: pressure/flow regulators, isolation valves, solenoid/pneumatic valves, etc. ) for nuclear, medical, chemical or aviation industries.
- Solid experience with fluid/gas dynamic analysis, thermal, stress and kinematic analysis
- Proficient with CAD modeling and drafting with SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor or Fusion or Siemens NX or others
- Professional experience with R&D and testing campaigns
- Strong knowledge and understanding of GD&T and standardization rules
- Thorough knowledge of all ASME/ISO or EASC/GOST standards
- Proficient in writing technical reports and related documents
- Proactive mindset: identifies blockers (technical, schedule, resource, or process) early and drives them to resolution to keep the program moving.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. Thank you to all who apply. Candidates who are successfully selected for an interview will be notified by email.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada and able to obtain and maintain a security assessment under the Controlled Goods Program (Defence Production Act) as a condition of their employment.
Compensation will be determined at the Company’s discretion, based on job-related factors, which may include, but are not limited to, relevant knowledge, skills, experience, and education and/or training. NordSpace encourages all qualified applicants to apply, even if the posted salary range does not align with their expectations.
NordSpace is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates; all hiring decisions are based on merit and job-related qualifications, without discrimination on any ground protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodations are available on request at any stage of the selection process — please contact
[email protected].
