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Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

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Hernshead

About this position: 

You will be working for a fast-growing space start-up based in Harwell and London with a mission to develop an innovative, dual-stage in-space satellite servicing vehicle to provide affordable access to new orbits for SmallSats and ultimately satellite life extension services in Earth orbits and beyond.

Job Responsibilities:

  • To provide in orbit servicing missions, autonomous, reliable, and safe in-orbit rendezvous proximity operations and docking is required.
  • This position will be focusing on mechanical design, electromechanical prototyping, and system design skills. 
  • The successful candidate will be responsible to carry out all areas ranging from designing in CAD, to manufacturing prototypes, to building hardware that performs an innovative in-orbit satellite servicing operations.

Experience Required:

  • Experience in electromechanical component configuration and testing
  • Able to work in a fast-paced startup environment and can handle stress
  • Excellent technical communications skills (written/verbal)
  • Familiarity with ECSS standards
  • Practical experience in developing mechanical equipment for satellites
  • Knowledge of satellite/spacecraft system development
  • Master’s degree in either Mechanical Engineering, Space Engineering, or related disciplines
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Job Overview
Category
Space
Offered Salary
£70000 Per YEAR
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant