Early career mechanical engineer
Core
Mechanical analysis and testing of space structures and systems, focusing on structural dynamics, static/dynamic analysis, and verification of satellite components.
Role type
Early career mechanical engineer (space structures)
Builds
Space structures, instruments, and mechanisms for satellites
Domain
Aerospace engineering / Space systems
Required skills
Structural dynamics, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), static/dynamic structural analysis, manual calculation methods, Nastran, Hyperworks, composite structure design
Preferred skills
Matlab, Python, VBA, C++ programming, experience with space-specific requirements
Technologies
Nastran, Hyperworks, Matlab, Python, VBA, C++
Responsibilities
Identify mechanical requirements for design verification, execute static and dynamic structural analyses, conduct mechanical performance analyses for high-precision instruments, contribute to simulation and post-test assessment of vibration testing, develop mathematical structural models using FEA, perform strength verification for joining elements per ESA standards, assist in developing internal tools for workflow optimization, write and maintain documentation of processes and outcomes
Seniority
Entry Level, hands-on IC