Mechanical/Thermal Lead Engineer (m/f/d)

WITTENSTEIN group; Gammertingen; Hybrid; EUR 45.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading space-tech start-up is seeking a Mechanical and Thermal Designer to drive the design of advanced products for space applications. You will own the design process, coordinate engineering activities, and collaborate with teams to scale production. This role offers the opportunity to work in an innovative environment, contribute to groundbreaking technology, and enjoy a flexible work culture.

Leistungen

30 days of vacation

Remote work options

Relocation assistance

Access to top industry events

Continuous learning and development

Qualifikationen

• Experience in the space industry with mechanical and thermal system design.
• Demonstrated expertise in mechanical/thermal analysis.
• Familiarity with material and process selection for space applications.

Aufgaben

• Take full ownership for the mechanical and thermal design of products.
• Supervise and coordinate all related engineering activities.
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation.

Kenntnisse

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Mechanical Analysis

Thermal Analysis

Collaboration

Fluency in English

Ausbildung

University degree in engineering, aerospace, or related technical field

Tools

Numerical engineering tools

Jobbeschreibung

LEOspace is an emerging start-up specializing in advanced drive technologies for space applications. As the New Force in New Space, we focus on developing cybertronic actuators and precision motion systems engineered to perform reliably under the extreme conditions of space. Our products are developed in close collaboration with our strategic partner WITTENSTEIN, to bring high-quality, dependable industrial technologies into orbit.

Our systems are designed for:

• Scalable industrial production
• Adaptability
• Best-in-class performance
  
  

If you're interested in joining our highly motivated team on a mission to transform the space industry from single-piece manufacturing to industrial-scale production, apply now.

Job description / Your role:

• Take full ownership for the mechanical and thermal design of LEOspace products
• Supervise and coordinate all related engineering activities, including mechanical design, structural analysis, thermal design, and thermal analysis
• Lead and support the mechanical and thermal testing and qualification of space hardware
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including design descriptions, development schedules, and test definitions
• Conduct preliminary assessments of mechanical and thermal robustness within an agile development framework
• Support system-level testing and qualification processes
• Contribute to our Simultaneous Engineering approach by collaborating with industrial process engineering teams to scale the production of mechanical and thermal systems
  
  

, Qualification Checklist:

• University degree (or equivalent) in engineering, aerospace, or a related technical field
• Experience in the space industry, with a focus on mechanical and thermal system design
• Demonstrated expertise in mechanical and/or thermal analysis, with knowledge of industry best practices
• Familiarity with material and process selection for space applications
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)
  
  

Bonus Qualifications:

• Strong conceptual thinking and problem-solving skills
• Practical experience with numerical engineering tools for mechanical and thermal analysis in space systems
• Initial experience in leadership or project coordination roles
  
  

Benefits:

• Join an innovative space-tech start-up with real impact on strategy and growth
• Collaborate globally and work hands-on with cutting-edge research and technology
• Enjoy a flexible, agile work environment with 30 days of vacation and remote work options
• Access top industry events, continuous learning, and professional development
• Benefit from relocation assistance to support your move, if required