Fluid Systems Design Engineer

Orbex Space
Full-time Forres, United Kingdom other-general
Posted:
March 03, 2026
Location:
Forres, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Job Description

Orbex are looking for Senior Fluid Systems Design Engineer to support our AIT Department. 
You will own the design, development, analysis, and integration of complex fluid delivery systems for our test site in Kinloss and Spaceport.

You will have an immediate impact on developments relating to our ground support segment as well as spaceport integration, directly influencing path to our first launch of Prime.

The Position

Responsibilities of the role will include but are not limited to:

+ Engineer LPG, Water Deluge, Gaseous Helium (GHe) Distribution System, Helium Transfer (HeTR), and Liquid Nitrogen (LIN) systems, including P&ID creation, thermal protection, and insulation integration.

+ Conduct CFD, FEA, and thermal simulations to ensure optimal performance, including pressure drop and flow balancing analysis.

+ Develop and execute test plans to validate system functionality, safety, and reliability under simulated a...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Forres, United Kingdom
Posted: March 03, 2026
Deadline: March 07, 2026