Design and Manufacturing Development Engineer

For our in-house composites engineering department, CompositesLab, we are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Design & Manufacturing Development Engineer with a passion for and deep understanding of composite structures and materials to join our team in Rome, Italy.

CompositesLab is one of ATG’s internal engineering business units, with team members based in the Netherlands, Ireland and Italy. Our small and enthusiastic team is composed of multidisciplinary top-talented engineers, with a diverse international background.

Since 2013, CompositesLab has been developing game-changing composite CFRP lattice and grid-stiffened structure technologies. This technology provides optimised structural solutions that are mass-efficient and cost-effective, allowing our customers to meet the stringent constraints of space applications. Initially developed internally at ATG and further supported through several large-scale ESA development programmes, the technology has now advanced to a level where real space applications are being targeted. These applications include components for launchers (e.g. interstage and upper stage structures), satellite structures (e.g. central cylinders), and multi-payload adapters.

Please note, upon selection, the successful candidate will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at interview stage).

The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to:

• Top level design and system engineering on the composite technologies and products;

• Design for manufacturing activities;

• Developing and implementing manufacturing processes for composite lattice structures;

• Developing assembly, integration and testing processes for large spacecraft components;

• Developing and managing the supply chain including supporting quality assurance;

• Developing inspection and repair processes for composite lattice structures;

• Supporting or partaking in manufacturing and testing of components;

• Supporting development of design, analysis, and optimisation procedures;

• CAD modelling and design;

• FE modelling, analysis and optimisation;

• Reporting and documentation;

• Supporting the preparation of business proposals;

• Organising, performing and supervising various research activities;

• Interfacing with customers as part of projects or business development.

We encourage persons falling under categorie protette L.68/99 to apply. We do not discriminate based on disability.

Please ensure that your CV clearly explains how you meet the mandatory requirements. If it doesn’t align completely with the essential criteria, it could result in rejection.

• MSc degree in engineering (aerospace or mechanical);

• At least 2-6 years of relevant experience;

• Affinity with fibre-reinforced composite materials and structures;

• Experience with manufacturing methods for composites and metals;

• Experience with MAIT processes for large composite structures is an advantage;

• Awareness of the advantages, disadvantages, and limitations of manufacturing and repair methods for composite structures;

• Experience with interfacing with external suppliers and manufacturers;

• Experience with CAD software (preferably CATIA V5);

• Knowledge of tooling design methods;

• Experience with FE model setup and analysis (preferably of composites) is advantageous;

• Basic programming skills (preferably in Python);

• Experience of working with ECSS or other standards and requirements is advantageous;

• Ability to work autonomously across multiple disciplines;

• Well organised and capable of organising an efficient workflow;

• Capable of working in an ambitious team with occasional peaks in workload;

• Open-minded attitude, with a capability to challenge industry standards;

• Personal initiative and thirst for improvement and developing new skills;

• Willing to travel for work;

• Fluency in English and Italian (additional languages are advantageous);

• At least a rudimentary sense of humour is appreciated.

Please submit your application in English via the apply button below. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.