Senior Mechanical Engineer — Space Imaging & Innovation

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Pension scheme with company contribute

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible start/finish times

Season ticket discounts

Discounts with major retailers

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated in Chelmsford is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to lead design and implementation of mechanical systems for space imaging sensors and front-end electronics.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive design from concept to detailed drawings, and optimise for manufacturability, cost, and lead times, using CAD (Creo) and FEA. The role welcomes all levels of experience and is based at our Chelmsford site.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering space/aerospace products through gate reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR).
• Strong CAD skills with emphasis on manufacturability and tolerancing.
• Ability to interpret FEA results and refine designs.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development and implementation of mechanical systems for space imaging sensors and electronics.
• Create and review assembly/test jig designs and transport packaging.
• Drive design from concept to detailed manufacturing drawings and material selection.
• Collaborate with team leaders and project managers to meet requirements.
• Identify risks and provide robust technical solutions.

Skills

Space Aerospace experience

CAD design

FEA analysis

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

IMECHE chartered engineer

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo CAD

Windchill

Job description

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated in Chelmsford is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to lead design and implementation of mechanical systems for space imaging sensors and front-end electronics.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive design from concept to detailed drawings, and optimise for manufacturability, cost, and lead times, using CAD (Creo) and FEA. The role welcomes all levels of experience and is based at our Chelmsford site.