Senior Mechanical Structural Engineer

REMOTE OPPORTUNITY: No

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Structural Engineer to join our dynamic team. The company is fast becoming a leading mid to high-resolution earth observation camera supplier for CubeSats and small satellites. Our optical payload products aim to offer complete space imaging solutions for small satellites with plans to expand. We are a fast-growing, dynamic team of enthusiastic engineers that supplies space and satellite companies from around the globe. Our company is based in Somerset West, close to all amenities and diverse natural beauty, providing great lifestyle options.

The successful candidate can expect to be immersed in a fast-paced and challenging technical environment which offers the opportunity to push the boundaries of what is achievable with optical payloads in the CubeSat domain.

Job Purpose:

To do the structural design, analysis and testing of electro-optical imaging systems for use in spaceborne applications such as CubeSats while responsible for the development (maturing) and maintenance of the structural analysis testing procedures.

Key Performance Areas and Responsibilities:

• Generate design requirements and perform the detailed design of high precision optomechanical systems for spaceborne applications.
• Perform detailed structural analyses of optomechanical systems (for spaceborne applications) utilising software tools for finite element analysis and structural-optical interaction.
• Act as senior Structural Engineer, maturing and improving the company’s structural analysis procedures.
• Manage and perform the qualification testing of newly developed systems.
• Generate and maintain technical documentation such as design documents, test procedures, test reports, etc.
• Provide technical support to clients for all structural-related queries.

Note: Due to the nature and variety of our company’s projects, additional responsibilities can be added occasionally.

Required Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of engineering experience, preferably in the space domain.
• The ability to merge numerous multi-physics design requirements into a single instrument and subsequently collaborate with optical and optomechanical engineers.
• Previous experience designing and analysing complex mechanical structures is a must.
• Very high attention to detail with the ability to execute tasks accurately and in a timely fashion.
• Willingness to share expertise and train other employees.
• Proactive approach to taking ownership of the relevant technical domain within the company.

Required Technical Competencies:

• Highly experienced in mechanical design and conducting finite element analysis
• Experience in mechanical design and conducting finite element analysis.
• Advanced technical knowledge of static and dynamic analyses and a thorough understanding of engineering principles and best practices.
• Experienced in guiding space structures through the development phases from requirements generation through to manufacturing, qualification and testing as per the applicable standards (ECSS and GEVS).
• Previous experience in finite element model correlation and results verification through testing (vibration, modal, shock).
• Highly proficient in verbal and written communication.

Required Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optomechanical Engineering or related

Recommendations:

• Experience and knowledge of optical/optomechanical systems is advantageous.
• Experience with Siemens Teamcenter and NX software is advantageous.
• Previous experience using NX Nastran is advantageous

What we offer:

• The opportunity to work in the fast-growing space industry.
• Niche global market for optical payloads for microsatellites.
• Cutting-edge technology at your fingertips.
• A competitive salary.
• A friendly working environment.