Join DHV Technology and Be Part of the Vanguard in Space Technology

Launch your career with a company that’s building the future beyond Earth.

At DHV Technology, our mission is clear: to accelerate space exploration by delivering innovative power solutions that drive missions across the globe. We are a Spanish company headquartered in Málaga, with a strong international presence and a leading position in the design and manufacturing of solar panels and power systems for space applications.

With clients in over 40 countries, our technology is already orbiting Earth and beyond, making DHV Technology a global reference in the aerospace industry. Working here means joining a unique sector where every project has a global impact and the potential to shape the future of humanity.

We develop solutions for satellites and space missions, including deployable solar arrays and advanced power systems that store and manage energy for groundbreaking projects. Innovation, customer orientation, and excellence are the core values driving our continuous growth and keeping us at the forefront of space exploration.

What is it like to be a Thermal Test Engineer at DHV Technology?

As a Thermal Test Engineer, you will play a key role in monitoring and analyzing our APTC and TVAC equipment and thermal testing processes, ensuring their proper operation, reliability, and availability. You will analyze test data, identify deviations, coordinate technical issues, and support test planning to ensure efficient and reliable testing operations. Your work will contribute directly to the quality of our products and the success of our aerospace projects.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the daily status and operation of APTC and TVAC equipment, ensuring proper functioning and availability.
• Analyze thermal testing processes, including test parameters, thermal profiles, and test records, to identify deviations and potential issues.
• Report regularly to the Internal Testing Manager on equipment status, availability, process performance, and incidents.
• Investigate, manage, and escalate technical issues, coordinating with Maintenance, Engineering, and Production to support their resolution.
• Verify compliance with work instructions and testing procedures, ensuring that all associated documentation and records are properly maintained.
• Analyze test data and equipment performance to identify trends, detect potential problems, and support technical decision-making.
• Propose and implement improvements to increase equipment reliability, availability, and test traceability.
• Provide technical guidance and support to testing operators in the operation of APTC and TVAC equipment.
• Support Engineering and Sales teams by addressing technical questions regarding future tests, equipment capabilities, and testing feasibility.
• Review the technical feasibility and scheduling of planned tests, ensuring alignment with available equipment capacity and operational requirements.
• Prepare technical test reports for internal and external customers.

Education & Requirements

For this position, you should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
• Knowledge of environmental and thermal testing, particularly thermal cycling and thermal vacuum testing.
• Familiarity with test instrumentation and the monitoring of test parameters and equipment performance.
• Technical English proficiency, particularly for reading technical documentation and preparing reports.
• Experience in manufacturing, testing, or engineering environments.
• Experience operating or monitoring thermal vacuum chambers, particularly cryogenic thermal vacuum systems, is a plus.

Technical Skills

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge or experience in:

• Thermal testing processes, including thermal cycling and thermal vacuum testing.
• Test data analysis, interpretation of thermal profiles, and identification of process deviations.
• Test instrumentation and monitoring of equipment performance.
• Microsoft Excel for data analysis and technical reporting.
• Technical documentation, test procedures, and preparation of test reports.
• Knowledge of Python or other data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with structured problem-solving and root cause analysis methodologies, such as Ishikawa diagrams and 8D reports.
• Experience in equipment troubleshooting, process optimization, or test planning.

Personal Skills

We're looking for professionals with:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret technical data and identify deviations.
• Attention to detail and a systematic approach to monitoring equipment and testing processes.
• Proactive attitude and the ability to anticipate potential issues and propose improvements.
• Strong communication skills to report findings and coordinate technical issues with different departments.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills, particularly when working with Maintenance, Engineering, Production, and Testing teams.
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.

What we offer

• Immediate start.
• Working on exciting international projects in the space sector.
• Relocation package for national and international mobility.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Work Anywhere Days: 5 days per year to work from any location of your choice and break the routine.
• Birthday Off: Your birthday is not just another day, enjoy it your way.
• Flexible Benefits Scheme.
• Co-financed Health Insurance.

Ready to Shape the Future of the Space Industry?

If you're passionate about electronics and space technology and want to join a fast-growing, innovation-driven company working on high-impact international projects, DHV Technology is your place.

Apply now and be part of the future of space. We’re waiting for you!

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