Space Propulsion Design Engineer | CATIA & ENOVIA

Morson Edge; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge is seeking a Design Engineer to develop mechanical and thermal solutions for space propulsion subsystems. You will own design activities from concept to delivery, aligning with timelines, costs, and quality standards.

Role requires CATIA V5/V6 proficiency, ENOVIA PLM experience, and strong DfM, GD&T, and BoM management skills. Onsite work 3 days per week with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in mechanical design and engineering principles.
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 (V6 desirable) and PLM systems such as ENOVIA.
• Experience with Design for Manufacture (DfM) and engineering change control.
• Solid understanding of drawing standards (e.g. BS 8888) and GD&T.
• Experience creating and managing BoMs.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Competence with Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs for space systems, subsystems, and ground support equipment using CATIA V5/V6.
• Create and maintain 3D models, 2D drawings, and interface definitions.
• Manage product structures and configurations using PLM tools (ENOVIA preferred).
• Support design reviews across project milestones (PDR, CDR, QR).
• Conduct trade-off studies and contribute to integrated product design decisions.
• Ensure designs meet manufacturing, assembly, and integration requirements.
• Generate BoMs and manage engineering change processes.
• Coordinate interfaces across spacecraft systems and multidisciplinary teams.
• Produce analysis input data and manufacturing/assembly documentation.
• Review designs for accuracy, tolerancing, and completeness.
• Monitor progress, workload, and deliverables for design work packages.
• Engage with suppliers, customers, and partners to support design activities.

Skills

CATIA V5

ENOVIA PLM

DfM

GD&T

BoMs

BS 8888

Excel

PowerPoint

Stakeholder management

Tools

ENOVIA PLM

Job description

Morson Edge is seeking a Design Engineer to develop mechanical and thermal solutions for space propulsion subsystems. You will own design activities from concept to delivery, aligning with timelines, costs, and quality standards.

Role requires CATIA V5/V6 proficiency, ENOVIA PLM experience, and strong DfM, GD&T, and BoM management skills. Onsite work 3 days per week with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.