Structural Design Engineer (all genders)

Your Mission:

• Design and develop the solar array's mechanical architecture, including panels, hinges, deployment mechanisms, hold-down and release mechanisms (HDRMs), and structural interfaces.

• Design and develop single- and multi-panel deployable solar array configurations.

• Create detailed 3D CAD models and production-ready drawings using CAD software (mainly Solidworks).

• Apply Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) principles to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and repeatable production.

• Define and apply GD&T in accordance with applicable standards to ensure proper fit, function, and interchangeability.

• Prepare and maintain design documentation, including drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and design review material.

• Support hardware manufacturing, assembly, and integration activities, including troubleshooting and design iterations.

• Collaborate with electrical, systems, thermal, and AIT engineers to ensure mechanical designs meet subsystem and system-level requirements.

• Collaborate with manufacturing teams and suppliers to ensure designs are manufacturable and cost-effective.

• Consider space-relevant constraints such as launch loads, thermal environments, cleanliness, and mass optimization in your designs.

Your Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in aerospace, space, or high-reliability industries.

• Proven experience in mechanisms and sandwich composites. 

• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD and 2D drawing creation; Solidworks experience is highly preferred.

• Solid understanding of GD&T and its practical application in manufacturing and inspection

• Hands-on knowledge of manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, turning, sheet metal, and basic assembly techniques.

• Strong focus on design for manufacturing, assembly, and integration.

• Interest or initial experience in space hardware design (e.g. electronic enclosures, flight hardware constraints) is an advantage.

• Comfortable producing clear technical documentation and communicating in English, both written and spoken.

• A proactive mindset, willingness to learn, and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced engineering environment.

What We Offer:

• Collaborate with a diverse multinational team crafting the next wave of cutting-edge satellites. Embark on this exciting journey with us from the outset, leaving your indelible mark on a dynamic company and playing a direct role in shaping the future of the space industry. 
• Keep your energy levels high with company-sponsored memberships for Urban Sports Club as well a discount in the public transport. 
• Access to Corporate Benefits - A website with many discounts for various brands.
• An annual training budget of 1.500€. 
• We exclusively offer permanent employment contracts, reflecting our commitment to building long-term relationships and supporting sustainable career growth within our organization.
• A 20% contribution to your private pension plan.
• We provide a hybrid work model along with flexible working hours, empowering you as the owner of your time management. 
• Enjoy 30 days of paid vacation and a special company holiday on April 12th, celebrating the International Day of Human Space Flight and the spirit of exploration.

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