Chief Mechanical Engineer | Start up | Optics I'm looking for an experienced Chief Mechanical Engineer to take technical ownership of a complex, cutting-edge engineering programme. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you'll help shape the mechanical architecture, lead engineering development and take sophisticated technology from early-stage R\&D through to real-world deployment. Working alongside talented engineers and scientists across optics, photonics, electronics and systems engineering, you'll tackle some fascinating multidisciplinary engineering challenges. What are we looking for? * Significant experience in mechanical engineering and complex hardware development. * A strong background in optics, photonics, lasers or precision electromechanical systems. * Experience developing high-power or thermally demanding systems. * Strong knowledge of structures, mechanisms, materials, thermal management and precision engineering. * Experience developing mechanical infrastructure for complex laser or optical platforms. * A strong systems engineering mindset and experience working across multiple disciplines. * Experience designing hardware for demanding operating environments. * Advanced CAD skills, ideally Siemens NX or similar. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys staying close to the technology, solving difficult engineering problems and leading development without stepping away from the technical detail. Get in touch with Gemma for more information or apply today.
At Stark, we forge the future of European and national security through cutting-edge, AI-driven technology and unmatched engineering precision. As a premier defence technology company, our mission is clear: to equip NATO Allies and their partners with next-generation autonomous defence platforms and advanced AI-driven software built to perform in the world’s most demanding environments. We believe that true security stems from relentless innovation. By combining elite engineering talent with agile technology and an AI-native operational culture, Stark turns complex defence challenges into field-tested, multi-domain solutions. WHY JOIN US * The software and systems you work on directly protect personnel and defend European and national sovereignty. * You will work alongside industry-leading minds on autonomous systems, advanced propulsion, and secure cyber platforms. * We foster a fast-paced, collaborative environment where bold ideas are supported by serious R\&D backing. About The Team A highly technical, fast-paced group responsible for the structural integrity and optimization of STARK’s advanced UAV platforms. Working directly alongside mechanical design, manufacturing, and test engineering, the team combines rapid hand calculations and high-fidelity finite element analysis to drive quick, data-driven design improvements and ensure airworthiness. Your Mission As a Mechanical Design Engineer at STARK, you will be the architectural force behind the physical hardware that carries our cognitive core into the field. You will lead the design and development of complex components and assemblies, translating ambitious technical concepts into operational products that can withstand the rigors of contested environments. You will work hand-in-hand with our systems, stress, and electrical engineering teams, pairing rigorous mechanical design with rapid hardware iteration. You will be responsible for navigating fast-paced engineering projects with tight deadlines, ensuring that every bracket, housing, and structural element is optimized for performance and mass-scalability. This role is about ownership and leadership: taking a product from an initial whiteboard concept to a final, production-ready state. You will not just be making drawings; you will be defining the physical standards of the next generation of autonomous defense technology. What You Will Do At STARK * CAD Development: Create and maintain high-fidelity models, assemblies, and detailed technical drawings using CATIA V5/V6 within the 3DEXPERIENCE environment. * Standards \& Precision: Define and enforce best practices for parametric modeling, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD\&T), and complex tolerance stack-ups to ensure assembly reliability. * Validation: Collaborate closely with stress engineers for load path validation and participate in critical Design Reviews (PDR/CDR) to ensure mission success. Manufacturing \& Process Integration * Material Selection: Drive decisive material and process selection, focusing on structural layout and manufacturability to meet aggressive weight and strength targets. * DFM/DfAM: Apply expert knowledge of Additive Manufacturing (DfAM), injection molding, CNC machining, and sheet metal fabrication to streamline the transition from prototype to series production. * Tooling \& Testing: Design and develop critical operating equipment and specialized test benches required to validate subsystems and accelerate program velocity. * Cross-Functional Coordination \& Supply Chain * Interdisciplinary Alignment: Collaborate with Electrical Engineering, Production, and Procurement to translate abstract product requirements into measurable quality objectives and repeatable manufacturing processes. * Supplier Engagement: Oversee technical engagement with external suppliers for structural components and secondary assemblies, ensuring design intent is maintained through delivery. * Execution: Identify blockers in the design-to-production pipeline and proactively push issues to resolution to maintain program momentum. What Will You Bring To The Mission * Experience: 2+ years of experience as a CAD Engineer or Mechanical Design Engineer with a proven focus on manufacturing processes and complex assemblies. * Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a comparable technical field. High proficiency in CATIA V5 (Part Design, Assembly Design, Generative Shape Design). * Mindset: Mission-driven, decisive, and pragmatic. Thrives in ambiguity. You act like an owner and would rather build and iterate than wait for permission. * Communication: High proficiency (C1/C2) in both English and German, capable of communicating complex technical context to both local technicians and international leadership. * Security: Must be a citizen of a NATO member state (due to export control and security regulations) If you're interested in building the future of European Defence with us, and you see yourself reflected on the description above, please send us your CV in English . We're looking forward to meeting you! SECURITY CLEARANCE Due to the nature of our work in the defence sector, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for this position. Details will be provided during the recruitment process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team. We are looking to add a Senior Mechanical Engineer to our Mechanical Engineering team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing space hardware for leading-edge communications satellites, we would like to hear from you. In this position, you will be responsible for mechanical design aspects of Cesium phased array antennas, subsystems, and interfaces through all phases of the development process. The ideal candidate will be versatile and proficient in mechanical analysis, electronics packaging, computer-aided design (CAD), mechanical interfaces, thermal architecture, spacecraft propulsion, deployable and actuated structures, and environmental qualification of spacecraft antennas and payloads. You will be responsible for mechanical designs from concept through space flight including requirements definition, architecture trades and block diagrams, analysis, manufacturing, testing, qualification, and in-orbit support. The successful candidate will also present engineering design review materials to our customers and executive team, as well as participate in proposal-writing efforts. As such, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Job Requirements And Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university or institution * Minimum of 5 years of experience in space antenna and payload mechanical engineering to include electronics packaging, thermal, shock, vibration, stress dynamics, and cost. A Master's degree may count as two years of experience. * Experience in conducting architectural trade studies including parametric and first-order cost and physical analysis * Experience with professional mechanical and FEA CAD tools, such as Ansys Mechanical, SolidWorks Simulation, and Thermal Desktop * Experience with CNC manufacturing and GD\&T * Experience with advanced aerospace manufacturing and materials including sandwich panels and carbon composites, OR experience with high-reliability deployment mechanisms for space applications (including deployment, HDRMs, power delivery, etc.). * Proficiency in detailed mechanical design (3D CAD, drawings, etc.) * Experience designing and manufacturing mechanisms and mechanical actuators * Experience with EMI/EMC mitigation techniques * Familiarity with satellite thermal architectures including heat pipes, phase change materials, contact resistance, and surface finishes as well as fundamental understandings of orbital thermal control in a LEO environment. * Familiarity with launch and LEO environments (thermal, shock, vibe, radiation, etc) * Familiarity with design for test, manufacturability, assembly, and reliability * Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred Experience * Python, C++, or other programming languages * Experience with large, deployable antenna arrays which drive your vision for the next generation of on-orbit communications and sensor arrays. * Robotics and control systems experience * PCBA experience. CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Please be aware that many roles will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including new starter’s nationality, any previous or dual nationalities held, place of birth and country of residence may limit those roles that you can perform for the organization. Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
€70,000 – €110,000 gross per year, depending on experience! Myn works with technology and industrial businesses across Germany, the UK and wider Europe — from established manufacturers to companies taking a product into volume. We are building a specialist network ahead of current and upcoming mandates in this field. For engineers who still want to build the thing. Our clients are developing hardware in energy, subsurface technology, robotics and unmanned systems, and are hiring from concept design through to test rigs and field prototypes. TITLE VARIANTS * Mechanical Engineer (m/w/d) * Mechatronics Engineer / Technician (m/w/d) * R\&D Engineer — Prototyping * Konstrukteur:in (m/w/d) * Maschinenbauingenieur:in (m/w/d) WHAT THE WORK LOOKS LIKE * Design of mechanical assemblies, test rigs and prototypes — CAD through to parts in hand * Mechatronic integration: actuation, sensing, control, instrumentation * R\&D work on thermofluids, drilling, materials or energy systems depending on the team * Build, measure, break, improve — short loops rather than long specification phases WHAT WE LOOK FOR * Mechanical, mechatronics or process engineering background * Hands-on prototype or test experience, not design-office only * German is an advantage in most of these teams; English is the working language in several ALSO USEFUL * Technician-level applicants with strong practical experience are welcome * Experience in regulated, energy or heavy-engineering settings Interested? Apply with your CV in under two minutes! You will join the Myn talent network, not a single vacancy. We review every application and come back to you when a role matches what you have told us you are looking for. You keep one profile, you decide what you are open to, and your details are never sent to a client without your agreement for that specific role.
About the role We are looking for a motivated and skilled Hardware / Mechanical Engineer (m/f/d) As part of this team, you will contribute to both supporting existing robotic platforms and developing next-generation prototypes for high-degree-of-freedom (high-DOF) robotic systems. In this role, you will ensure reliable operation of our robotic systems, while also designing and implementing robust mechanisms that meet the demands of cutting-edge applications. Success in this position requires a combination of technical expertise, hands-on problem-solving, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced, uncertain environment. Your Responsibilities * Design and develop complex robotic mechanisms, ensuring high precision, reliability, and manufacturability (from drawing to finished part) * Create detailed CAD models, technical drawings, and assembly documentation for production * Prototype mechanical parts using 3D printing and workshop tools * Support assembly and integration of mechatronic systems, including basic electrical wiring and component installation * Conduct testing and commissioning of robotic systems and ensure smooth operation * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electrical, software, manufacturing) to ensure seamless system integration * Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues during development and production phases * Stay updated with emerging technologies and best practices in robotics and mechanical design * Work autonomously on open-ended, evolving tasks Essential Skills * Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred, knowledge of PDM systems is a plus) * Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, prototyping, and electrical wiring * Practical workshop skills: 3D printing, CNC machining, laser cutting, drill press * Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles (kinematics, dynamics, tolerances, manufacturability) * Comfortable working independently and in cross-functional teams * Self-motivated, reliable, and solution-oriented mindset * Fluent in English; German or Chinese skills are a plus * Flexibility to travel occasionally for customer installations and support * Business-fluent in English and Chinese, both spoken and written Beneficial Skills * Experience in robotics, automation, or system integration * Knowledge of electronics, sensors, and camera systems (e.g., ZED, Intel RealSense) * Familiarity with technical standards and compliance in robotics/mechatronics Your Profile * Degree or technical training in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field * Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills * Self-driven with a passion for cutting-edge robotics technology * Detail-oriented with a focus on robust system design * Adaptable to a dynamic, fast-paced development cycle What we offer * A dynamic high-tech company, combined with financial soundness and world-class investors. * Join an interdisciplinary, international team with 60+ different nationalities in a collaborative work environment. * Lots of development opportunities as we continue to grow. * Challenging tasks and impactful projects alongside experts that enable professional and personal growth. * Corporate Benefits Program covering health, mobility, and learning for 100€ net per month. * Modern office facilities with a rooftop terrace overlooking Munich, free drinks \& fruits, and regular company events contribute to a good working environment About us Agile Robots SE is an international high-tech company based in Munich, Germany with a production site in Kaufbeuren and more than 3500 employees worldwide. Our mission is to bridge the gap between artificial intelligence and robotics by developing systems that combine state-of-the-art force-moment-sensing and world-leading image-processing technology. This unique combination of technologies allows us to provide user-friendly and affordable robotic solutions that enable intelligent precision assembly. This is made possible by our employees, who bring out the best in each and every day with creativity and enthusiasm. Become part of this team and shape the future of robotics with us! We are proud of our diversity and welcome your application regardless of gender and sexual identity, nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, or disability.
Here at The Exploration Company, we are building spacecrafts for humanity. We are looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer, to lead the Mechanical Engineering discipline for Nyx Earth, ensuring that mechanical systems are robust, justified, verified, and ready for flight. As a Principal you will manage a team of Mechanical Engineers, drive structural design and verification activities, and ensure technical excellence across structural analysis, testing, qualification, and verification. You will coordinate your work with the Principal CAD Engineer and with the Vehicle Mechanical Architect, under the guidance of the Mechanical Design Lead. You will play a key role in enabling the successful development of one of Europe's most ambitious space vehicles. Key Responsibilities * Lead the Mechanical Engineering team, defining priorities, supporting growth, and ensuring engineering excellence and delivery. * Support and collaborate to the mechanical design of the spacecraft and its major assemblies, ensuring structurally efficient, robust, manufacturable, and verifiable design solutions throughout the development lifecycle. * Provide technical leadership on the design of primary and secondary structures, large assemblies, equipment supports, and critical mechanical interfaces, ensuring consistency between design intent, structural justification, and verification strategy. * Own structural justification activities across the spacecraft, ensuring consistency of assumptions, margins, analyses, and engineering evidence. * Coordinate structural analyses and mechanical verification activities, with focus on test strategy and execution, from test definition and prediction to result interpretation and model correlation, ensuring results are coherent, traceable, and aligned with programme objectives. * Ensure verification evidence generated through testing and analysis is robust, review-ready, and suitable for qualification and certification activities towards space agencies. * Drive technical reviews, risk identification, and engineering maturity assessments to ensure readiness for major programme milestones. * Act as a hands-on technical leader, actively contributing to engineering decisions, test campaigns, anomaly investigations, and troubleshooting efforts. What We Would Love to See from You Qualifications * Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. * More than 10 years experience in spacecraft, launch vehicle, aerospace, defence, or other high-performance engineering environments. * Strong background in structure design, structural analysis, justification, qualification, and verification. * Proven experience leading engineering teams and developing technical talent. * Demonstrated experience supporting complex structural test campaigns, from preparation and prediction through execution and data interpretation. * Experience with qualification, certification, and engineering review processes. * Profound knowledge of space industry standards and methodologies. * Fluent in English. German, French, or Italian are an asset. Skills And Behaviors * Ability to translate complex engineering challenges into clear decisions and actionable plans. * Strong leadership and mentoring skills within engineering teams. * Excellent collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and external partners. * Strong analytical mindset and engineering judgement. * Clear and effective communication with technical and programme stakeholders. * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. * Strong organisation and prioritisation capabilities. * Positive and pragmatic attitude to get the job done. * Demonstrates behaviors consistent with The Exploration Company’s core values of Vision, Mission, Competence, Integrity and Team Spirit. Why you should join us! What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is: * We’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind * We’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them * We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge? We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey. Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly. The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. 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