Graduate Structural Engineer – Space Optics

MBRYONICS; Galway; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MBRYONICS in Galway seeks a Graduate Structural Engineer to join our space-focused engineering team, supporting STOP analysis for spaceborne optical communication systems and integrating thermal and structural results into optical models.

The role involves using FEA tools (ANSYS, Simcenter 3D) under guidance, maintaining documentation, and contributing to ECSS/MIL-STD standards while collaborating with mechanical, optical, electrical and systems engineers.

Qualifications

• 0+ years of mechanical, aerospace, optical, or related engineering field.
• B.Eng/M.Eng in Mechanical, Optical, Aerospace Engineering or relevant field
• Exposure to FEA software.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for reporting and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support structural, thermal, and optomechanical performance (STOP) analysis tasks for spaceborne optical communication systems.
• Assist in developing and running analysis workflows to evaluate optical system performance under environmental loads such as thermal gradients, structural vibrations, and mechanical stresses.
• Carry out finite element analysis (FEA) and thermal simulations using tools such as ANSYS, Simcenter 3D, or equivalent, with guidance from senior engineers.
• Help integrate structural and thermal results into optical performance models (e.g., Zemax OpticStudio, SigFit).
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, analysis reports, and verification records in accordance with applicable standards.
• Work with senior mechanical, optical, electrical, and systems engineers to implement design changes and resolve technical issues.
• Learn and apply relevant space industry standards (ECSS, MIL-STD) for mechanical and thermal qualification.

Skills

FEA software

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

B.Eng/M.Eng in Mechanical, Optical, Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Simcenter 3D

Zemax OpticStudio

SigFit

Job description

MBRYONICS in Galway seeks a Graduate Structural Engineer to join our space-focused engineering team, supporting STOP analysis for spaceborne optical communication systems and integrating thermal and structural results into optical models.

The role involves using FEA tools (ANSYS, Simcenter 3D) under guidance, maintaining documentation, and contributing to ECSS/MIL-STD standards while collaborating with mechanical, optical, electrical and systems engineers.