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Mechanisms Engineer

  • On-site
    • Noordwijk, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
  • ESA/ESTEC

Job description

We are looking for a Mechanisms Engineer to complete our consultants Workforce Management Service to support the European Space Agency (ESA) at their location in Noordwijk, the Netherlands.

Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at the interview stage).

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

  • Mechanisms support to all ESA project directorates with respect to the implementation of space mechanism technologies in current and future missions, including configuration assessments and mission performance evaluation;

  • Establishment of Statement of Work and Preliminary Requirement Specifications for Mechanism Systems, Individual Mechanisms or Mechanism components dedicated to Technology and Research & Development;

  • Perform and support in the role of Mechanism engineer, System Level Mission Definition studies and system conceptual design activities in support of the ESA long term/future mission plans;

  • Identification of enabling mechanism and tribological technologies for future ESA missions;

  • Support investigations of mechanisms being out of performance, including malfunctions and contingency scenarios;

  • Support and contribute to the establishment and maintenance of the Space Mechanisms ECSS Engineering Standards;

  • Generation and set-up of appropriate space mechanisms analysis and simulation models using analysis tools based on technical documentation of space mechanisms. Back up and archiving of analysis models for later retrieval.  

Job requirements

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.

  • A Master’s degree or equivalent in mechanical or aeronautical engineering;

  • At least 4 years of relevant experience within the field of mechanism design, analysis, verification and testing;

  • Excellent knowledge in space system engineering, specializing in mechanisms;

  • Knowledge of the Space Mechanism ECSS standard and its application to the design and verification of mechanisms;

  • Good knowledge of space mechanism testing and verification methodologies and techniques;

  • Good knowledge of related mechanisms numerical analysis tools such as Adams, VirtualLab Motion, SIMPACK, Matlab/Simulink, Maxwell, Flux etc.; 

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills;

  • Ability to work effectively, autonomously and cooperatively in a diverse and international team environment, defining and implementing solutions in line with team and individual objectives, as well as project deadlines;

  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

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

Details

  • Noordwijk, Netherlands
ESA/ESTEC

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What do we offer?

In ATG Europe (or our subsidiaries) you will have the chance to work on the most interesting and technologically advanced projects in the space, big-science, and high-tech domains. You will enjoy the focused yet relaxed spirit and culture of our teams and the excellent working conditions our company provides. We firmly believe that development and growth perspectives are crucial to everyone’s career, and we therefore provide you with a personal development plan, regular assessment checkpoints and a dedicated training and education budget to support you, not only in your current work, but also paving the road to your next professional steps.

Relocating from abroad? We offer attractive relocation assistance, including temporary accommodation and a relocation budget, to help you make a smooth transition. Eligibility criteria apply.



About ATG Europe

Today, ATG Europe is recognized as a leading provider of specialized engineering, scientific and technical services to the European Space, Big-Science, and high-tech industry. Our headquarters are located in Noordwijk, the Netherlands and we have subsidiaries in Germany, Ireland, Spain, Italy, and the UK. Besides these countries, ATG also operates in France, Czech Republic, Sweden, Norway, and Belgium.