End-to-End Spacecraft Mechanical & Thermal Engineer (London)

Lúnasa Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based NewSpace company is looking for a Mechanical and Thermal Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and development of spacecraft structures and thermal systems. This role involves working closely with various teams and making critical design decisions in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have strong backgrounds in mechanical and thermal engineering, experience with CAD design, and proficiency in relevant analysis tools. The role is office-based in London and requires eligibility for UK national security clearance.

Qualifications

• Strong background in spacecraft mechanical and thermal engineering.
• Proven experience in mechanical design of space hardware.
• Solid understanding of thermal control systems and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, analysis, and development of spacecraft structures.
• Work closely with systems, avionics, and AIT teams.
• Make critical design decisions and solve complex engineering challenges.

Skills

Mechanical and thermal engineering

Mechanical design of space hardware

Thermal control systems

FEA and thermal analysis tools

CAD design proficiency

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving under constraints

Clear communication

Tools

ANSYS

Nastran

Thermal Desktop

ESATAN

SolidWorks

CATIA

NX

Job description

A UK-based NewSpace company is looking for a Mechanical and Thermal Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and development of spacecraft structures and thermal systems. This role involves working closely with various teams and making critical design decisions in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have strong backgrounds in mechanical and thermal engineering, experience with CAD design, and proficiency in relevant analysis tools. The role is office-based in London and requires eligibility for UK national security clearance.