Permanent Position · Senior

Senior Mechanical Ground Systems Engineer

A leading space technology company is seeking a Senior Mechanical Ground Systems Engineer to contribute to the development of ground systems infrastructure. This role involves shaping the design of critical ground equipment for launchpads and testing facilities, working closely with other engineering departments. The successful candidate will take ownership of mechanical subsystems, manage requirements, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers. This position is crucial for enabling faster, better, and cheaper access to space through innovative launch solutions.

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Opportunity overview

Opportunity type
Permanent Position
Required seniority
Senior
Work location
Onsite, Travel as required
Location
Germany
Start
ASAP
Duration
Permanent
Travel
—

Required role

Design EngineerLead ConsultantSystem Engineer

Required platforms

Autodesk InventorSolidWorksNXAnsysNASTRAN

Required skills

BOM ManagementEngineering Change ManagementMechanical DesignStructural AnalysisCADGD&TRequirements ManagementSystem ArchitectureTechnical DocumentationRisk AssessmentProcurementMentorship

Required industry experience

Aerospace & Defense

Responsibilities

  • Take responsibility for mechanical (sub)systems as part of larger projects.
  • Proactively manage requirements between stakeholders and define Engineering Change Requests.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior/mid-level engineers.
  • Design, plan, and iterate mechanical and/or structural (sub)systems using CAD tools and simulations.
  • Create manufacturing and integration drawings, including Bills of Materials (BOMs).
  • Perform trade-offs from subsystem level up to entire architectural approaches.
  • Select and procure suitable hardware for (sub)systems based on requirements.
  • Act as the technical point of contact for external partners regarding mechanical systems realization.

Requirements

  • B.Sc./M.Sc. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
  • 7+ years of relevant professional experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
  • Experience with system-level mechanical architecture of complex ground support and launch infrastructure.
  • Excellent practical experience with 3D CAD software (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, Siemens NX) including GD&T.
  • Advanced mechanical design and analysis across structures, mechanisms, pressure systems, fluid interfaces, and dynamic environments.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing, assembly, commissioning, and operational constraints.
  • Excellent analytical skills and ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical solutions.
  • Fluent in English.