Space Applications Services – Mechatronics Systems Engineer – Space Exploration
Position
In the exciting area of Exploration Systems & Payloads Engineering, we are looking for a Systems Engineer to join our efforts to contribute to Europe’s objective of a sustainable return to the Moon, and to the expansion of human kind into the Solar System.
The position is in the Systems Department, as part of the Future Projects and Exploration Team.
The candidate will mainly report to Future Projects and Exploration Team Lead.
Location: Sint-Stevens-Woluwe (Brussels Area)
Start date: As of now.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Support and lead scientific and engineering studies related to future human spaceflight and exploration of the solar system
Design systems across multiple phases of their lifecycle (e.g. requirements engineering, design trade-offs, mission analysis)
Support:
design and development of laboratory breadboarding
design and development of regolith handling systems.
designing, prototyping, prototype assessment, functional verification and optimisation of mechanical systems
Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, customers, as well as internal discipline experts
Decompose a complex machine into mechanical, electrical, software, and control subsystems.
Build mathematical or simulation models before committing to hardware.
Produce 3D models, component schematics, and assembly blueprints.
Conduct hands-on assembly, verification, and testing of hardware prototypes.
Prepare technical responses to Invitations to Tender
Be responsible for the delivery of technical products for assigned projects
Skills and Experience
A University degree in Aerospace, Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, Process Engineering or related discipline
Experience with the system development cycle, from feasibility studies to qualification and production
Develop a mechanical and electrical architecture.
Select sensors, actuators, processors, and power components.
Create CAD models, schematics, and interface definitions.
Implement control and embedded software.
Proficient in 3D CAD software (ideally SolidWorks).
Demonstrable experience in fabrication, manufacturing, and assembly.
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of mechatronics engineering
Excellent organisational and communication (documentation, presentation, interpersonal) skills
Passion for the mission and willingness to grow and thrive with the company
Intellectual curiosity, flexibility and capability of assimilating new knowledge quickly
Strength to cope with schedules and deadlines
Excellent written and spoken English.
Considered as Assets
Experience with/in:
Project management, conducting trade-off studies, leading or participating in integrated tests, professional design of mining equipment, or space equipment engineering
Prior experience with flight hardware design and development.
Knowledge of In-Situ Resource Utilisation (ISRU) technologies.
Experience in lunar or planetary exploration projects.
Familiarity with environmental, shock, vibration, and thermal testing procedures
Either performing or supporting the development of thermal and structural designs for spacecraft/payload or complex Earth-based systems, and CAD modelling experience (e.g. SolidWorks).
Knowledge of:
International spaceflight programmes, spaceflight standards (ECSS/NASA) and tools (e.g. MATLAB/Simulink, Python)
Geology/Earth/Lunar/Physical, Space Resources, tribology, materials science
Knowledge in activities related to minerals mining
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.