About Pangea Propulsion:
We are a company dedicated to developing advanced propulsion systems for the space industry based on three key principles: high efficiency, sustainability, and reusability. We are revolutionizing the space industry with ground-breaking innovations that allow us to offer the best performance to cost propulsion systems.
Our goal is to be the propulsion provider for the next generation of spacecraft, which is essential to meet demands and compete in the booming space market of the next decade.
We are a passionate, multicultural, and multidisciplinary team pushing the boundaries of what is possible in space propulsion technology.
We have already made history by successfully testing the world's first 3D-printed Methalox Aerospike engine, marking a significant milestone for the space industry.
We are looking for talented professionals to join our international teams in Barcelona and Toulouse. We want to be a key player in improving diversity in the Aerospace sector as, in Pangea, we believe that diversity (gender, age, race, sexual orientation, beliefs, disability, culture, etc.) is a key to success. Within Pangea, everyone can grow with the same opportunities. We encourage you to apply. Individually we are different, but together we are an amazing team!
We are looking for a Turbomachinery Fluidic Design Intern for a 6 months internship in Barcelona.
About the role:
We are seeking an intern specializing in mechanical or aerospace engineering with a strong interest in fluid dynamics and turbomachinery to join our Turbomachinery Fluidic Design team. The successful candidate will leverage advanced simulation tools and engineering methods to support the design and analysis of turbine and pump components for rocket propulsion systems. Possible focus areas include:
Key Responsibilities:
· Run CFD simulations to support turbine performance evaluation and optimization
· Develop or improve in-house tools for turbomachinery component design and analysis
· Investigate off-design behavior and transient coupling of pumps and turbines using numerical models
· Analyse simulation results, write technical reports, and support design iteration discussions
· Work closely with other propulsion engineering teams to ensure integrated system performance
What you need to be successful:
· Final-year student in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
· Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and turbomachinery
· Experience with CFD tools (e.g., Ansys Fluent, Cadence) or numerical modeling of flow systems
· Some familiarity with programming (Python, Matlab) and data post-processing
· Fluency in English (written and spoken)
Soft Skills:
· Strong analytical mindset and curiosity for technical challenges
· Methodical, rigorous, and detail-oriented approach
· Team player with good communication skills
· Ability to work independently and collaborate in a multicultural environment
Other useful skills:
· Previous experience with turbomachinery simulation or design projects
· Familiarity with performance maps and steady/transient operating conditions
· Understanding of loss models or finite volume methods
· Spanish language skills are a plus
Not hitting every requirement? Research suggests that some people tend to hesitate when it comes to job applications if they don't meet all the desired qualifications. Here at Pangea Aerospace, we're committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity, inclusivity, and authenticity. So, if you're enthusiastic about this role but your prior experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification mentioned in the job description, we still strongly encourage you to apply. You might just be the ideal candidate for this position or other opportunities within our organization.
More about us…
We are an international and very multicultural team. Our work is guided by these core values:
Teamwork: We strive to work together as an aligned team towards our common goals.
Respect & tolerance: we value people with integrity that treat other people with respect. We enjoy having diverse views to enrich the debate and take better decisions.
Passion for growth: we are passionate about space and about being pioneers; also, we value personal and organizational growth aiming to a constant improvement.
Sustainability: because a long-term vision and strategy is not possible if sustainability is not in the team’s core values.
Daring: we do things that sometimes seem impossible, but we always go the extra mile to find a path to do them and we are ready to take the necessary risks to achieve our goals.
If this sounds good to you and you want to join the New Space revolution, we really want to meet you!