Mechanical Ground Systems Engineer (f/m/d) Verified today
Your Role
As Mechanical Ground Systems Engineer, you will take responsibility for mechanical subsystems in the Ground Systems infrastructure. You will design ground equipment including the Launch Table, Transporter/Erector, Hold-Down-Release Mechanism and equipment for Testing Facilities, R&D, qualification and acceptance of propulsion systems and rocket stages. You report to the Manager, Mechanical Ground Systems and work closely with Propulsion Technology and Launch Vehicle departments.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership and accountability for mechanical subsystems as part of larger projects
- Manage requirements between stakeholders and define Engineering Change Requests
- Design and iterate mechanical and structural subsystems using CAD tools and numerical simulations
- Create manufacturing and integration drawings including Bills of Materials
- Perform trade-offs from subsystem to architectural level
- Select and procure hardware based on requirements
- Write technical documentation, conduct design reviews and risk assessments
- Support commissioning procedures and provide on-site coordination during commissioning activities
- Travel to construction and test sites as needed
Required Qualifications
- B.Sc./M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent
- 3-5 years professional experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering
- Knowledge of structural and mechanical engineering for heavy steel structures
- Strong practical experience with Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, Siemens NX or similar 3D CAD software including GD&T and design for manufacturing/assembly
- Good knowledge of mechanisms engineering: kinematics, engagement mechanisms, leverages, actuation
- Good knowledge of manufacturing processes and assembly procedures
- Strong analytical skills and ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical engineering challenges
- Hands-on experience with integration, testing, troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
- Fluent English
Desirable Skills
- Fluent German
- Knowledge of rocket propulsion technology and/or test facility and launch pad design
- Knowledge of mechanical aspects of process plant engineering
- Structural, thermal, vibration analysis experience in Ansys, NASTRAN or similar
- Experience with hydraulic system design
- Experience with systems designed for outdoor or offshore environments
Benefits
- Employee Participation Program with virtual company shares
- 30 days vacation
- Company pension plan with 20% employer contribution after probation
- Subsidised lunches
- Fully financed Deutschlandticket public transport ticket
- Rental clothing with laundry service
- Sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
- Individual learning allowance after probation
- Childcare allowance for non-school-age children