Mechanical Architect

Infinite Orbits PTE Ltd.; Toulouse; Hybride; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Infinite Orbits PTE Ltd. in Toulouse seeks a Senior Satellite Mechanical Architect to own the mechanical design and integration strategy for our GEO satellite platform. You will lead the mechanical architecture, deployables, and thermal interfaces, ensuring robust, launch‑readiness solutions.

You will perform and oversee FEA analyses, interact with avionics and propulsion teams for seamless integration, and manage tests from components to full spacecraft assembly while mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Seven years or more of satellite mechanical and thermal design experience.
• Experience designing and integrating mechanical systems for large satellite platforms.
• Proficiency with CAD/FEA tools: NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, ANSYS, NASTRAN.
• Strong understanding of launch vehicle requirements, space environment effects, and mass/cg management.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing project requirements in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration across teams.

Responsabilités

• Lead the design and development of the satellite's mechanical architecture, including structures, deployables, and thermal interfaces.
• Perform or oversee FEA modelling and analysis for structural, thermal and thermoelastic to ensure compliance with mission and launch requirements.
• Collaborate with avionics, propulsion, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Manage mechanical integration and test activities from component level through full spacecraft assembly.
• Manage suppliers/partners involved in design, simulation, fabrication and testing.
• Support environmental qualification testing (vibe, TVAC, shock), including test planning and data review.
• Participate in design reviews and risk assessments throughout the development cycle.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster technical excellence across the team.
• Maintain design documentation, test plans, performance reports, and ICDs.
• Stay current with propulsion technologies and space mission requirements.

Connaissances

Mechanical design expertise

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Outils

NX

CATIA

SolidWorks

ANSYS

NASTRAN

Description du poste

Established in 2017, Infinite Orbits is a NewSpace company, based in Toulouse, pushing the boundaries of in-orbit services with cutting-edge spacecraft driven by its own Rendez-Vous solution, an advanced Autonomous Vision-Based Navigation Solution. IO has two generations of missions

"Orbit Guard" provides Inspection and Space Situational Awareness services in GEO. Our first, OG-1 was launched on 1 May 2023, the second is launching in 2025 and the third third launching in 2026.

"Endurance" is a docking service capable of extending the life of GEO telecom satellites, by taking over AOCS takeover for 5 years.

About the Role

As the Satellite Mechanical Architect , you will own the mechanical design and integration strategy for our GEO satellite platform. This senior-level role requires deep technical expertise, creative problem-solving, and a hands-on approach. You’ll work across disciplines to architect mechanical systems that are robust, efficient, and tailored for the unique challenges of an in-orbit servicing mission.

Job Description

Lead the design and development of the satellite’s mechanical architecture, including structures, deployables, and thermal interfaces.

Perform or oversee FEA modelling and analysis for structural, thermal and thermoelastic to ensure compliance with mission and launch requirements.

Collaborate with cross functional teams, including avionics, propulsion, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration to ensure seamless integration.

Manage mechanical integration and test activities from component-level through full spacecraft assembly.

Manage suppliers/partners involved in design, simulation, fabrication and testing.

Support environmental qualification testing (vibe, TVAC, shock), including test planning and data review.

Participate in design reviews and risk assessments throughout the development cycle.

Manage and provide mentorship to junior engineers and foster technical excellence across the team.

Responsible for maintaining documentation, including design specifications, test plans, performance reports. and ICDs.

Stay current with the latest advancements in propulsion technologies and space mission requirements, and apply this knowledge to ongoing and future projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or related field).

Minimum 7 years of experience in satellite mechanical and thermal design.

Experience designing and integrating mechanical systems for large satellite platforms.

Proficiency with CAD and FEA tools (e.g., NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, ANSYS, NASTRAN).

Deep understanding of launch vehicle requirements, space environment effects, and mass/cg management.

Demonstrated experience in thermal-mechanical interface management and structural-thermal trade-offs.

Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing project requirements in a dynamic environment.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

Desirable Experience and Skills:

Experience with full satellite lifecycle—from conceptual design to launch and commissioning.

Familiarity with ECSS, NASA, or MIL-STD environmental qualification standards.

Experience with large deployables, antenna structures, or propulsion system integration.

Exposure to small-batch fabrication, rapid prototyping, or non-traditional manufacturing.

Hands-on AIT (Assembly, Integration & Test) experience, including GSE and cleanroom protocols.

Knowledge of radiation effects, outgassing, and thermal control strategies for GEO missions.

Experience interfacing directly with launch providers and mission assurance teams.

What we offer

The opportunity to be part of an international team transforming the space industry.

A creative and innovative work environment where ideas turn into reality.