We are looking for a dedicated Payload Engineer to be part of our team in Delft, The Netherlands. In this volunteer position, you will play a crucial role in the integration and testing of the payload bay for the Tumbleweed prototype, ensuring it can reliably accommodate scientific instruments for planetary exploration missions.

The Role

You will gain practical experience while collaborating closely with engineers, scientists, and external partners. Your work will contribute to tests leading up to a Martian Analogous test.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and test the payload bay of the Tumbleweed Rover prototype, ensuring compatibility with scientific instruments.
• Conduct environmental and functional tests to validate instrument performance under simulated mission conditions (e.g., vibration, temperature).
• Manage operational activities during testbed experiments, including setup, execution, and transportation.
• Coordinate with external partners for instrumentation installation.
• Document test results and write papers for publication.
• Present findings at relevant conferences.

Requirements

• Strong communication and intercultural skills for effective collaboration.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Basic proficiency in mechanical integration and familiarity with assembly and testing tools.
• Willingness to engage in continuous learning in engineering and planetary science.
• Familiarity with Python or MATLAB for data analysis during payload testing is a plus.
• Graduated or enrolled in a Bachelor’s or higher degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Expected commitment of at least 1.5 years, approximately 15 hours per week.

For more details on the perks of being part of our team, visit teamtumbleweed.eu/apply!