Industrial Support Engineer F/M

About Exotrail 🚀 Space is becoming more strategic and competitive than ever. Tomorrow’s space leaders will not simply launch satellites into orbit, they will be able to move them, reposition them, extend their lifetime, and maximize their performance in space. Since 2017, Exotrail has been developing and operating cutting-edge in-space mobility solutions for commercial, institutional, and defense customers.

From our high-performance propulsion system spaceware™ to our orbital transfer vehicle spacevan™ , we enable satellites to go farther, stay operational longer, and achieve more. Today, more than 200 Exotrailers across Massy and Toulouse are working together to make space operations more efficient and sustainable. Backed by over €75 million in funding , we are pursuing a clear mission: Making space a sustainable frontier for future generations.

🚀 Job Description 👨‍💻 We are looking for a Senior Industrial Support Engineer at our Massy site. You will join the AIT department of our In-Orbit Services Business Unit at a moment when the industrial support function is entirely to be built. In this early phase, the role covers both process design, tooling setup and hands-on field execution — this is the nature of a build-from-scratch position, and an opportunity to lay the foundations of a robust, traceable and scalable organisation.

This role could evolve into a Team Lead position in the future. You will be the guarantor of AIT operational continuity on your scope, ensuring the availability of components, consumables, GSE, tooling, infrastructure and logistics flows required for integration and test activities. Beyond technical skills, we are looking for someone autonomous, structured and versatile, capable of operating alone across a broad scope while building a lasting organisation.

Your main tasks and responsibilities will be: Ensure availability and traceability of components, consumables and AIT means : Manage receiving, incoming inspection, storage, kitting and provisioning of components, GSE, tooling and consumables for AIT production. Manage internal flows between stock, cleanroom, test zones and preparation areas.

Maintain full traceability in ERP (Odoo): serial numbers, status, location, satellite assignment, configuration link. Run periodic inventories and manage material statuses (available, quarantined, non-conforming, reserved, pending inspection, consumed). Ensure availability, compliance and operational continuity of AIT infrastructure and means: Operate and maintain the ISO 8 cleanroom, test zones and storage areas in compliance with quality, safety and environmental requirements: environmental monitoring (temperature, humidity, particles, ESD), periodic certifications, Facilities interface.

Oversee equipment metrology tracking and calibration. Guarantee the availability, compliance status, maintenance, storage and traceability of GSE, tooling and lifting equipment used by AIT. Coordinate AIT campaign logistics, internal and off-site : Prepare and secure the physical and documentary availability of components, equipment, GSE and tooling required for AIT campaigns, environmental testing and off-site operations.

Coordinate shipments and transport in interface with relevant functions: packaging, transport documentation, packing lists, logistics readiness, customs and export control requirements where applicable. Define stock policy and structure logistics processes: Define with the Industrialisation & Methods team the stock management policy, consumables, long-lead components and replenishment thresholds.

Implement logistics processes adapted to ramp-up and monitor associated KPIs: kit completion rate, inventory discrepancies, means availability, logistics incidents, NCR related to storage, handling or transport. Structure the Industrial Support AIT Pole : Define processes, tools, standards and KPIs for the pole. Capture field lessons learned and continuously improve the organisation.

In due course, recruit, manage and develop the Industrial Support AIT team. Preferred Experience 💁‍♀️ Education: Engineering degree (Bac+5) or Bac+3/+4 with significant experience in industrial logistics, supply chain, industrial engineering or equivalent technical field. Experience: 5+ years in industrial logistics, industrial support, supply chain or means operation in a demanding industrial environment (space, aerospace, defence, medical).

Experience managing controlled infrastructure (cleanroom, ESD zones, metrology) is strongly valued. Tools proficiency: ERP and traceability : Odoo or equivalent (stock management, flows, inventories, statuses), CMMS or ERP maintenance module. Logistics and execution : FIFO/FEFO, kitting, transport documentation management, campaign readiness.

Performance monitoring: Advanced Excel, Power BI or equivalent for logistics KPIs and operational availability. Asset management : tracking of GSE, tooling, calibrated equipment, lifting means. Clearances : CACES R484 (overhead crane), CACES R485 (electric pallet truck) appreciated. Knowledge: Controlled industrial infrastructure management : ISO 8 cleanroom, ESD zones, environmental monitoring, periodic certifications.

Metrology principles , calibration, preventive maintenance and equipment certification. Rules for storage, handling and transport of sensitive material and flight hardware. Material and quality status logic: available, quarantined, non-conforming, reserved, pending inspection, consumed. Space campaign logistics : satellite transport, GSE, specific packaging, associated documentation, customs.

Export control regulations appreciated, in interface with relevant functions. Field versatility: you are comfortable performing receiving, warehousing, kitting, preparation and provisioning operations yourself ; this operational versatility is at the heart of the role in its initial phase. Leadership : clear management potential; ready to structure and then grow an Industrial Support AIT team as production ramps up.

Soft skills: autonomy , rigour and reliability in traceability; prioritisation skills in a build-from-scratch environment; clear communication with AIT, Quality, Facilities, Supply Chain and Engineering teams; initiative, pragmatism and continuous improvement mindset Fluent in French and English (clear technical communication).

Why Join Exotrail? Joining Exotrail means contributing to ambitious missions that are redefining space logistics and satellite operations. You will work on cutting-edge technologies supporting future space missions while collaborating with passionate experts in a fast-growing international company at the forefront of the New Space industry.

What We Offer

🏥 Company health insurance with 70% covered by Exotrail 🚆 50% reimbursement of public transportation costs 🏡 Up to 2 days of remote work per week , depending on the position 👶 Enhanced maternity and paternity leave coverage with no seniority requirement 📚 Learning and development opportunities 🧘 Well-being benefits including Moka Care, dedicated conferences, and our Exo.

Care Program for Moments That Matter ⏳ 35 days of paid leave per year (Annual Leave & RTT) Working Environment 🏭 Modern industrial facilities in Massy ☕ Free coffee, tea, and fresh fruit available on site 🌍 International and multicultural teams 🚀 Dynamic and rapidly growing space company Quality of Life at Work 🎉 Team events and afterworks 💆 On-site osteopathy sessions on both sites 🤝 Collaborative and supportive work culture Recruitment Process Our recruitment process is designed to be efficient while giving you the opportunity to meet the key stakeholders involved in the role: HR Interview with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss your background, motivations, and career aspirations.

Hiring Manager Interview to explore your experience, skills, and fit with the team and projects. Technical Interview with our experts to assess your technical expertise and problem-solving approach. Final Interview to discuss the role, expectations, and answer any remaining questions. We strive to provide feedback throughout the process and ensure a positive candidate experience.

🚀 We look forward to getting to know you and exploring how you can contribute to Exotrail's mission.