Mechanical Engineer – Lunar Rover

Job title:

Mechanical Engineer – Lunar Rover

Company

Space Applications Services

Job description

PositionWe are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with expertise in the mechanical design of complex space systems to join our lunar rover development team in our Technology, Applications and Research Division of the Systems Department.

  • Location: Sint-Stevens-Woluwe (Brussels Area)
  • Start date: Q1 2025

Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Engage in the mechanical engineering of the lunar rover platform (locomotion, chassis, mechanical interfaces, etc)
  • Perform end-to-end CAD design, optimise and prepare models and drawings for manufacturing
  • Collaborate closely with the Project Manager, System Engineer, and other Team Members to ensure alignment with project requirements
  • Coordinate effectively with parts suppliers and manufacturing workshops to support component sourcing and production
  • Oversee the Manufacturing, Assembly, Integration, and Testing (MAIT) of the rover’s mechanical elements within our laboratory
  • Prepare and maintain all necessary technical documentation.

Skills and Experience

  • Master (or PhD) degree in mechanical engineering
  • Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in the engineering of space systems or equipment
  • High proficiency with CAD tools
  • Good knowledge of space system engineering standards (ECSS, other agency standards)
  • Good knowledge of materials and tolerancing in space applications context
  • Good understanding of space qualification process
  • Good understanding of PA implications
  • Hands-on experience in the Manufacturing, Assembly, Integration, and Testing (MAIT) of space systems or components under workshop conditions
  • Strength to cope with tight schedules and deadlines
  • Proficiency in communication at team level and when interacting with customers and suppliers
  • Excellent written and spoken English.

Considered as Assets

  • Engineering experience with planetary rover system / components at high TRL
  • Engineering experience with space mechanisms at high TRL
  • Engineering experience with composites in space systems: honeycomb sandwich panels, carbon fiber elements, etc.

Our Offer

  • Working within an exceptional sector with Staff located in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands
  • A professional and modern working environment with motivated Administrative Staff, Engineers, Astronaut Training Instructors and Scientists coming from all different horizons and countries with a common passion for space and their own expertise
  • A full-time position with an indefinite contract of employment
  • A competitive remuneration package and good working conditions
  • Working from home in part can be a possibility
  • An individualised training and development programmes.

About UsSpace Applications Services NV/SA is an independent Belgian company founded in 1987. Aerospace Applications North America is our Partner company in Houston, USA.Our aim is to research and develop innovative systems, solutions and products and provide services to the aerospace and security markets and related industries. Our activities cover manned and unmanned spacecraft, launch/re-entry vehicles, control centres, robotics and a wide range of information systems.The Company develops payloads, avionics, robotics technology and products, and provides complete mission operations control centre solutions to EN9100 standards.
We also provide engineering, science and training services, including astronaut training.
From our headquarters, we are in daily contact with the International Space Station (ISS) ensuring our Customers’ research is successful.How To ApplyUpload your CV and Motivation Letter, both in English and to the attention of Mr. Jeremi Gancet.The candidate shall be eligible to work in the European Union.

Expected salary

Location

Zaventem, Vlaams Brabant

Job date

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 23:33:51 GMT

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