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    4. Mechanical Design Engineer (Contractor) 2025
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    SSTL are looking for motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to support current and future flight spacecraft projects. You will support the design of new structures and the integration of sub-systems from concepts through to final designs. The role will include mechanical design, systems integration and build support activities.

    You work closely with project managers, system engineers, manufacturing and senior/ principal analysts.

    Key tasks

    • Design of components/ systems to fulfil customer requirements using 3D modelling tools and techniques
    • Completion of manufacturing drawings to enable component procurement and support of manufacturing activities and inspections
    • Documenting and implementing design changes using Engineering Change Notices
    • Writing detailed assembly procedures and technical build information
    • Undertake integration of the mechanical components/assemblies in clean room facilities
    • Creating and maintaining build logs
    • Creating BoM’s and managing/inputting into MRP systems
    • Support design of electronics enclosures, generate PCB board outlines and liaise with the electrical design team to ensure compatibility with printed circuit assemblies

    Other requirements

    • Flexibility and willingness to support other teams/ disciplines within the department in areas such as Propulsion, Mechanisms and Optical Instruments
    • Flexibility to support at more than one site on occasion

    Person specification 

    • Eligible to live and work in the UK and gain security clearance up to SC level

    Qualifications

    • A good degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

    Experience

    • Proven and relevant experience, preferably in the space industry although this is not essential.
    • Practical experience in support of mechanical build and testing activities an advantage

    Knowledge and skills

    • Competent use of SolidWorks CAD package is essential and familiarity with MRP systems is an advantage
    • Specifying/ identifying appropriate materials, surface treatments and finishes for mechanical component design in aerospace applications
    • Electrical harness design and integration experience
    • Good attention to detail
    • Understanding of Spacecraft Systems an advantage
    • Understanding of production and manufacturing methods
    • Competent use of Microsoft Office suite including Outlook
    • Understanding of the challenging design environment of space
    • Good communication skills and the ability to generate technical documentation
    • Good practical skills with assembly and integration experience
    • Proven ability to deliver solutions under pressure and to tight timescales
    • Experience drawing checking and release