At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and test innovative mechanical systems for the exciting space sector.
- Company: Leading organisation in the UK space industry with a focus on advanced technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a chance to work on cutting-edge technologies.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and contribute to groundbreaking space launch capabilities.
- Qualifications: Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and experience in mechanical design.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Our client, a leading organisation within the UK space industry, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design & Test Engineer to play a key role in advancing their launch capability development, on a full-time contract basis.
You’ll contribute to an exciting range of technologies and development activities, including:
- Composites fabrication
- Infrastructure and facility commissioning
- Product development across multiple subsystems
- Integration, verification, and system-level testing
Key Responsibilities
- Produce detailed 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings (SolidWorks, Autodesk)
- Lead internal design reviews and support technical discussions with suppliers and clients
- Collaborate with electronics engineers on subsystem integration including PCBs, sensors, and communications hardware
- Develop mechanical solutions across structures, propulsion, thermal management, and safety-critical systems
- Apply Design-for-Excellence (DfX) principles to improve manufacturability and serviceability
- Create and execute comprehensive test plans, including shock, vibration, thermal cycling, and IP compliance testing
- Analyse test data, drive design improvements, and contribute to prototype assembly and validation
- Communicate technical information clearly within a multi-disciplinary engineering team
Essential Skills & Experience
- Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent professional experience
- Proven track record in mechanical design for complex electro-mechanical products
- Strong proficiency in 3D CAD tools and Product Data Management (PDM) systems
- Hands-on experience with hardware verification and environmental testing
- Understanding of manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, injection moulding, sheet metal fabrication, and additive manufacturing
- Eligibility for UK security clearance (BPSS)
Desirable Attributes
- Experience working with composites and advanced material systems
- Familiarity with systems engineering methodologies
- Working knowledge of FEA and/or CFD analysis
Mechanical Design & Test Engineer in Glasgow employer: Alexander Associates Technical Resources
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Contact Details:
Alexander Associates Technical Resources Recruitment Team
