Space Mechanisms Engineer for ESA Programs

Sopra Steria; Noordwijk; Remote; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HE Space in Noordwijk, Netherlands, seeks a space engineer to provide technical support to ESA space programmes from phase 0 to phase E. You will contribute to system and sub-system design reviews, and perform analyses and assessments of hardware design, manufacturing and testing.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in engineering, have 4 years of experience in space mechanisms, English fluency, and ESA project exposure.

Qualifications

• Master’s in engineering or a relevant discipline.
• 4 years of experience in space mechanisms.
• Experience with ESA projects is a big advantage.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Technical support to ESA space programmes from phase 0 to phase E, including participation in system and sub-system design reviews, active follow-up and technical assessment of hardware design, manufacturing, and testing and all associated analyses.
• Technical support in the review of industry proposals during the ITT process (as an external technical expert).
• Technical support to CDF studies including expert contribution covering engineering assessment, analysis, and the provision of information for reports and presentations.
• Identification of critical development problems and assistance in their resolution.
• Support in design follow-up including cross analyses, shadow engineering of industry output, and support in the organization of and participation in design reviews.
• Performance of analysis as required to support the development of materials, equipment, and subsystems.
• Active participation as a technical expert in failure / NCR investigations and associated NRBs.
• Active participation as a technical expert in progress meetings, technical meetings / workshops, and working groups as required.
• Active participation as a technical expert in safety panel meetings, review of safety data packages and submitting comments to involved entities, and supporting ISS payload safety reviews.

Skills

Space mechanisms experience

English fluency

Education

Master’s in engineering

Job description

HE Space in Noordwijk, Netherlands, seeks a space engineer to provide technical support to ESA space programmes from phase 0 to phase E. You will contribute to system and sub-system design reviews, and perform analyses and assessments of hardware design, manufacturing and testing.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in engineering, have 4 years of experience in space mechanisms, English fluency, and ESA project exposure.