AIT MGSE Mechanical Engineer at SWISSto 12

, , Switzerland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Design, Tooling Development, Aerospace Integration, CAD Tools, Spacecraft Structures, Handling Equipment, Lifting Equipment Standards, Mechanical Safety Practices, Cleanroom Environments, Integration Challenges, Problem-Solving, Teamwork, M-GSE Definition, Technical Specifications, Supplier Management, AIT Support

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

SWISSto12 is one of the world’s fastest-growing aerospace companies, evolving from its pioneering use of 3D printing technologies for high-performance Radio Frequency (RF) products and applications to recently announcing the manufacture of entire geostationary telecom satellites, called HummingSat, that define a new category in space. HummingSat is the world’s first commercial telecom GEO SmallSat developed in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA). Its uniquely compact size combined with highly capable telecom payloads allows telecommunications operators to deploy a cost-efficient, compact, and agile asset without sacrificing performance or security. HummingSat has been selected by Intelsat to build the I-45 satellite, by Inmarsat to build three I-8 satellites, and recently by Astrum Mobile to build the NEASTAR-1 satellite. SWISSto12 is also a leading provider of Radio-Frequency (RF) products and sub-systems for satellite communication and remote sensing applications. The company’s patented 3D printing technologies and associated product designs are unique to deliver lightweight, compact, highly performing, and competitive RF products. · Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. · 5 years of experience in mechanical design, tooling development, or aerospace integration. · Strong experience with mechanical design and CAD tools. · Experience with spacecraft structures, handling equipment, or industrial. · Knowledge of lifting equipment standards and mechanical safety practices. · Ability to work in cleanroom environments and support hands-on integration activities. · Strong focus on safety and reliability in spacecraft handling operations. · Ability to anticipate integration challenges and propose practical solutions. · Strong collaboration with engineering, operators, and suppliers. · Pragmatic engineering mindset combining design and operational constraints. · Commitment to documentation, traceability, and continuous improvement · Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills. · Fluent in English; French is a plus M-GSE Definition & Engineering · Identify and anticipate M-GSE needs required for spacecraft assembly, integration, and testing. · Work closely with engineering teams to define technical specifications for new M-GSE. · Perform technical trades to identify the most appropriate design solutions. · Ensure M-GSE compatibility with spacecraft structures, interfaces, and integration constraints. · Support the design of mechanical mock-ups, brackets, and interface hardware required for integration activities. M-GSE Development & Procurement · Prepare technical specifications and documentation for the design and manufacturing of M-GSE. · Coordinate with procurement and engineering teams to support supplier selection and manufacturing follow-up. · Manage suppliers responsible for M-GSE development and manufacturing. · Review supplier documentation and user manuals, issue technical comments or RIDs, and participate in technical reviews and project milestones. M-GSE Lifecycle Management · Follow the complete lifecycle of M-GSE equipment from concept to operational use. · Ensure that the appropriate number of GSE tools is available to support integration schedules. · Promote the development of modular and reusable M-GSE solutions across different programs. · Maintain documentation and configuration control for all M-GSE assets. · Ensure proper maintenance, inspection, and operational readiness of M-GSE equipment. AIT Integration Support · Support AIT teams during integration activities requiring M-GSE. · Provide technical guidance during critical spacecraft handling and integration operations. · Contribute to the definition and improvement of AIT infrastructure and procedures. · Support risk assessments and safe handling procedures for spacecraft hardware. Interfaces · AIT Managers – Planning of integration phases and identification of M-GSE requirements. · AIT Operation Supervisor - Operational use of M-GSE during integration activities. · AIT Engineers – Coordination of spacecraft mechanical interfaces and integration constraints · AIT Mechanical Technicians – for integration task execution and technical guidance. · Design Office – Definition of spacecraft interfaces and structural constraints · Procurement – Supplier selection and contract execution for M-GSE manufacturing. · Quality Control and Product Assurance – for inspections and configuration compliance. Further details to be shared by our recruitment team. More about SWISSto12: SWISSto12 has successfully established contracts with Intelsat, Inmarsat, Astrum Mobile and ESA for HummingSat as well as contracts for their RF product line in Europe, and the US with prominent partners and customers such as Thales, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, SES and the ESA. SWISSto12 is a spin off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL), is privately owned and backed by prominent Swiss and European Investors. SWISSto12 is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, and operates a US and European-subsidiariesy in Foster City California. The company is well funded for its near and mid-term developments and backed by a solid customer revenue stream.

Responsibilities

The role involves identifying and defining Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (M-GSE) needs for spacecraft assembly, integration, and testing, including defining technical specifications and supporting the design of necessary hardware. Responsibilities also cover managing the M-GSE lifecycle from concept to operation, ensuring availability, modularity, and proper maintenance of all assets.