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Mechanisms Responsible Engineer
2016-05-12 13:08:40| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
One of our clients in the UK is looking for a Mechanisms Responsible Engineer. The Mechanisms Team seeks a dynamic, organised and proactive Engineer with sound mechanical technical knowledge, a strong focus on module hardware delivery, robust work package management alongside strong product design skills. Key Tasks Management of existing established mechanism products and accountability for recurring manufacture and test budget, schedule and quality technical and hardware. Focus on product delivery and coordination between internal and external suppliersworkshops to achieve spacecraft module delivery schedules. Design of new or evolution of existing mechanism products whilst being mindful of system tradeoffs. Handson engineering including build, test and spacecraft integration responsibilities. Managing several work packages in parallel with changeable priorities. Interface with internal and external customers including presentationsmeetings or authoring technical documents e.g. design reports, procedures, test reports Debugging mechanism hardware issues including electrical and component anomalies. Qualifications MEng or BEng or equivalent ideally in engineering. Experience Proven successful ownership and management of technical projects delivered within budget and schedule constraints. Proven track record for leading a significant product development from design through to physical realisation. Proven knowledge within spacecraft engineering domain would be beneficial. Proven mechanical design experience including stresscritical components, precision tolerance analysis, drafting, materials awareness and fabricationmanufacture methods appreciation. Preferable experience with debugging hardwarecomponent issues Electrical hardware design and software experience would be an advantage for the role. Knowledge Skills Selfmotivated, creative, high attention to detail and accountable. Ability to work autonomously or within project teams and a real company player. Strong communication within company and outside to customers and suppliers. Ability to work under pressure in an organised and responsive manner. Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities. Knowledge of mechanism products, mechanism components e.g. bearings, actuators, transmissions, feedback devices and their role within the system. Knowledge and ideally practical experience of spacecraft systems and mechanisms such as, wheels, APMs, separation systems for example. Good MS Office Skills. Mechanical software knowledge preferable, including SolidWorks Ansys.
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