Mechanical Systems Design Engineer

2 days ago

Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Space Forge Ltd Full time
About Space Forge Ltd

Space Forge Ltd is a pioneering advanced materials company that leverages the extreme conditions of low earth orbit to manufacture innovative materials. Our mission is to revolutionize the semiconductor market and make space work for humanity.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Systems Design Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing and developing spacecraft hardware that meets mission requirements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform requirements, concept, and trade-off analysis to support the design and development of spacecraft hardware.
  • Create and maintain mechanical digital twin CAD models of satellite subsystems, payloads, and ground segment equipment.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure conformity across different subsystems.
  • Assist with testing, validation, and verification campaigns to qualify space hardware.
  • Support Failure Mode Effects Criticality Analysis (FMECA) and Fault Detection Isolation and Reporting (FDIR) analysis.
Requirements
  • Ownership of digital twin CAD models of subsystems throughout the design process.
  • Concept and detailed mechanical design of component parts and assemblies using a mechanical Computer Aided Design (CAD) package.
  • Creation and maintenance of equipment Bill of Materials for whole subsystems.
  • Definition, design, and maintenance of control of mechanical interfaces within and between separate subsystems.
  • Input into Design for Manufacture and Design for Assembly (DFA/DFM) reviews.
  • Research, trade-off, and selection of technologies and components.
  • Trade-off, design, and verification of subsystems and components.
  • Creation and review of design documentation.
  • Support review of SysML systems engineering models.
Technical Skills
  • Degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or equivalent.
  • Proven hands-on mechanical design experience, preferably in the space sector.
  • Able to conduct complex trade-offs in support of design activities.
  • Understanding of materials and manufacturing processes.
  • Proficient in Siemens NX and/or Fusion 360.
  • Understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements analysis, system design, integration, testing, and validation.
  • Experience in supporting and managing configuration control of complex models.
  • Working knowledge of regulatory requirements, such as ECSS.
Soft Skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • Ability to take total ownership of a task and support other team members.
  • Able to communicate with teams working across multiple disciplines.
  • Able to communicate professionally with customers and external stakeholders.
  • Resilient and adaptable to technical and non-technical roadblocks.
Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support your career growth and well-being, including:

  • Flexible working environment with a minimum of 3 days on-site.
  • 33 days holiday including bank holidays.
  • Pension scheme at 4% matched.
  • Up to 5 volunteering days a year to support your chosen charity or cause.
  • Access to a high-spec remote work equipment.
  • Pizza pay day.
  • £1500 annual learning budget.
  • Access to Spill, an all-in-one mental health support platform.
  • Maternity/Paternity benefits beyond statutory.

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you require any adjustments to improve your experience with Space Forge Ltd, please let us know when you apply.

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