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Mechanisms Engineer
2021-05-27 15:13:10| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Position Reference 912 On behalf of ESA, we are currently looking for a Mechanisms Engineer to work in its Site ESTEC in the city of Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include 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 termfuture 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 setup 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. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory Masters degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, with at least 4 years of relevant working experience. 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, MatlabSimulink, 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. The following skills would be highly desirable At least 10 years of experience in Space mechanisms development. How to Apply Looking to take your career to the next level? Interested applicants should submit their CV and Cover Letter to RHEAs Recruitment team at careersrheagroup.com no later than 22062021. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of CONFIDENTIAL or above.
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