Senior Space Mechanisms Engineer for ESA Programs

ATG Europe; Noordwijk; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ATG Europe in Noordwijk, The Netherlands, is seeking a Mechanism Engineer to support ESA space programmes across design, verification and testing activities. You will analyze mechanisms, participate in design reviews and prepare technical assessments for mission success.

The role requires 7+ years of experience, familiarity with ESA ECSS standards, and strong English communication and teamwork skills. This position is based at ESA's Noordwijk location.]

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in design, verification and testing of space mechanisms.
• Knowledge of spacecraft mechanical systems, tribology and pyrotechnic devices.
• Experience with ESA space projects and ECSS standards.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and Statements of Work.
• Strong analytical, communication and teamwork skills.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical engineering support to ESA space programmes through project lifecycles.
• Participate in system and subsystem design reviews and assess mechanism-related hardware.
• Conduct analyses to support development, qualification and verification of space mechanisms.
• Support ESA project monitoring with independent assessments and cross-analyses.
• Prepare reports, presentations and tender evaluation inputs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

ATG Europe in Noordwijk, The Netherlands, is seeking a Mechanism Engineer to support ESA space programmes across design, verification and testing activities. You will analyze mechanisms, participate in design reviews and prepare technical assessments for mission success.

The role requires 7+ years of experience, familiarity with ESA ECSS standards, and strong English communication and teamwork skills. This position is based at ESA's Noordwijk location.]