Position
We are looking for three (3) Mechatronics/Mechanical Engineer to deal with the design and development of our innovative space robotics applications (in-orbit and planetary), in challenging ESA and European Commission (EC) funded projects.
These projects cover currently the following topics:
* Active space mechanisms and their integration in robotics systems
* Space actuators and robotics manipulators for on-orbit servicing
* Gravity-Offloading System and Health countermeasures systems for astronauts and earth applications.
The position is in the Systems Department, Robotics, Mechanisms and Structures (RMS) Team.
The candidate will mainly report to the RMS Team Lead and the Project Managers of the Flight System Team.
* Location: Sint-Stevens-Woluwe (Brussels Area)
* Start Date: Quarter 1, 2025.
Tasks and Responsibilities
* Develop and propose innovative design concepts for space components, systems, or structures, ensuring alignment with performance, manufacturability, and safety requirements
* Undertake:
o Design trade-offs and early validation through prototyping approaches
o Comprehensive CAD design, optimisation, and preparation of models and drawings for manufacturing
* Assess and select suitable materials and processes, considering application-specific and environmental constraints
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical, control, systems, and quality engineers, to ensure seamless design integration
* Work iteratively with simulation engineers to address structural and thermal analysis requirements
* Provide support for:
o Manufacturing processes, including interactions with external suppliers and selection of COTS components.
o Integration, testing, qualification, and acceptance activities.
* Prepare and maintain the necessary technical documentation throughout all project phases.
Skills and Experience
* Master’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics or equivalent with a background in robotics engineering
* At least 3 years of professional experience in an equivalent position
* High proficiency with CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks), with proven track record of mechanisms design
* Excellent knowledge of materials, tolerances, manufacturing processes and supply chain for space products
* Experience of hardware testing on test bench
* Good proficiency writing technical reports
* Good knowledge of ECSS design standards and qualification/acceptance processes
* Good understanding of mechanical simulation and analyses (structural, thermal and vibration) stakes and issues
* Experience and knowledge of space mechanisms is an asset
* Experience with ESA and/or EC proposals and programs is an asset
* Hands-on problem-solving skills
* Strength to cope with schedules and deadlines
* Ability to work in distributed international teams
* Excellent organisational and communication skills
* Very good written and spoken English.
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.
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About Us
Space Applications Services NV/SA is an independent Belgian company founded in 1987. Aerospace Applications North America is our Partner company in Houston, USA.
Our aim is to research and develop innovative systems, solutions and products and provide services to the aerospace and security markets and related industries. Our activities cover manned and unmanned spacecraft, launch/re-entry vehicles, control centres, robotics and a wide range of information systems.
The Company develops payloads, avionics, robotics technology and products, and provides complete mission operations control centre solutions to EN9100 standards.
We also provides engineering, science and training services, including astronaut training.
From our headquarters, we are in daily contact with the International Space Station (ISS) ensuring our Customers’ research is successful.
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How To Apply
Upload your CV and Motivation Letter, both in English and to the attention of Mr Mathieu Deremetz.
The candidate shall be eligible to work in the European Union.