Manufacturing Engineer (all genders) Job Details | Beyond Gravity

Beyond Gravity Schweiz AG; Emmen; Hybrid; CHF 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contribution to public transport

Training and development opportunities

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Flexible and mobile working

Job summary

Beyond Gravity Schweiz AG seeks a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead advanced manufacturing processes for aerospace components, with focus on composites and cost-effective production. You will drive process development, qualification, lean improvements and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, production and quality teams to ensure robust, scalable solutions.

You possess a Bachelor/Master in materials/mechanical with 7+ years’ experience and strong CAD/MES/ERP aptitude.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering or related field with at least 7 years of professional experience.
• Strong technical expertise in manufacturing processes and materials for high-technology environments.
• Experience in process development, optimization, material qualification and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing (DfM) and Design to Cost (DtC).
• Experience developing tooling, fixtures and automation solutions.
• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation and manufacturing instructions.
• Experience leading complex technical projects and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Comfort with CAD tools and MES/ERP systems; knowledge of digital manufacturing tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and effective communication with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in material selection and process development across the product lifecycle.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, driving continuous improvement.
• Lead root-cause investigations and define corrective actions.
• Drive design for manufacturing and cost optimization.
• Lead material and process qualification activities and non-destructive testing methods.
• Create process specifications and manufacturing work instructions.
• Support product development with manufacturing input and feasibility assessments.
• Lead cross-functional projects with clear deliverables, schedules and budgets.
• Contribute to technical audits, risk assessments and compliance.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Problem-solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor/Master degree

Materials Science

Tools

CAD tools

MES/ERP/SAP

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer (all genders)

? Challenge the Impossible

About Beyond Gravity

Beyond Gravity, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, is the first space company to combine a startup mindset, agility, speed and innovation with decades of experience and proven quality. Approximately 1800 employees at 12 locations in six countries (Switzerland, Sweden, Austria, USA, Finland and Portugal) develop and manufacture products for satellites and launch vehicles with the goal of advancing humankind and enabling the exploration of the world and beyond. Beyond Gravity is the preferred supplier of structures for all types of launch vehicles and a leading provider of selected satellite products and constellation solutions in the New Space sector. In 2024, the company generated a revenue of around CHF 359 million. More information at: www.beyondgravity.com

Your Crew ##

Beyond Gravity is a leading supplier of products, systems and solutions for the space industry. We develop and manufacture advanced technologies for satellites and launch vehicles, contributing to missions that push the boundaries of space exploration.

At Beyond Gravity, we combine engineering excellence, innovation and a strong collaborative spirit to challenge the impossible. We are passionate about what we do, curious about new possibilities and committed to achieving outstanding results together.

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will be a technical expert within our manufacturing organization, supporting the development, qualification and optimization of advanced manufacturing processes for composite aerospace components. You will work closely with engineering, production, quality and project teams to ensure robust, efficient and cost-effective manufacturing solutions.

Your Mission ##

• Provide technical expertise in material selection, material properties and manufacturing processes, supporting complex technical challenges across the product lifecycle.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, driving continuous improvement and translating production feedback into practical process enhancements.
• Support production operations by leading root-cause investigations, resolving complex technical issues and defining effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive design for manufacturing and cost optimization, promoting standardization, manufacturability and cost-effective product solutions.
• Lead material and process qualification activities, including the definition of qualification methods for specialized processes, repairs, non-destructive inspection and failure analysis.
• Develop technical documentation, including process specifications, manufacturing work instructions, technical reports and engineering dispositions.
• Support product development and introduction, contributing manufacturing expertise to new products, technologies and production processes.
• Lead cross-functional technical projects, coordinating activities, managing priorities, and taking responsibility for technical deliverables, schedules and budgets.
• Contribute to technical audits and compliance, identifying gaps and ensuring appropriate follow-up within your area of expertise.
• Promote operational excellence, applying Lean Manufacturing principles to improve production flow, eliminate bottlenecks and enhance efficiency.
• Support technical proposals and risk assessments, contributing to quotations, concept development and project planning.
• Share knowledge and mentor colleagues, strengthening team capabilities through technical guidance, best-practice sharing and collaboration across disciplines.

Your Story ##

• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical field, with at least 7 years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• You bring strong technical expertise in manufacturing processes and materials, ideally within a complex, high-technology industrial environment.
• You have experience in process development, optimization, material qualification, technical problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• You are familiar with Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing (DfM) and Design to Cost (DtC) principles.
• You have experience developing tooling and equipment, including jigs, fixtures and automation solutions.
• You can create and maintain technical documentation, update manufacturing instructions, conduct root-cause analysis and manage non-conformities.
• You have experience leading complex technical projects and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• You are comfortable working with CAD tools and technical documentation systems, and you understand the role of MES, ERP systems such as SAP, and digital manufacturing tools.
• You demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, sound technical judgment and the ability to balance technical requirements with cost, quality and schedule considerations.
• You are an effective communicator who enjoys sharing knowledge, mentoring colleagues and working with specialists across different disciplines.
• You are curious, adaptable and passionate about continuous improvement, with the confidence to challenge existing approaches and develop new solutions.
• You demonstrate a collaborative mindset, take ownership of your work and contribute positively to a supportive, high-performance team.

It would be an advantage if you also have:

• Experience in the aerospace or space manufacturing industry and an understanding of its technologies and market dynamics.
• Hands-on experience with carbon-fibre-reinforced polymer (CFRP) materials, composite tooling and processing.
• Knowledge of sandwich structure assembly techniques.
• Experience with digital manufacturing tools, production station tracking and KPI management.
• Project management experience, including planning, risk management and stakeholder communication.
• Experience with global process standardization and technology transfer.

Why Beyond Gravity

• Work in an international environment with global mindset and high-tech products that will fly into space
• A highly specialized and motivated team with a lot of know-how in a unique industry
• We live a hands-on mentality and take suggestions for improvement seriously
• Attractive employment conditions (contribution to public transport, trainings and development opportunities, full paid maternity/paternity leave and many more)
• Flexible and mobile working and at least 5 weeks of vacation with possibility to buy additional vacation

?Are you ready for lift-off?

Our core values - Passionate, Together, and Curious - transform challenges into opportunities. Embark on a journey to transcend the ordinary with us.We-re actively reviewing candidates and will promptly select the ideal fit for our team.

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact: Stefan Hunger

Beyond Gravity is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected categories.