Mechanical Engineer*in (m/f/d) at OroraTech

Mechanical Engineer (m/f/d)

· Munich

The Mission

Munich-based OroraTech is developing a constellation of nano-satellites with thermal infrared cameras for automated wildfire detection, severe weather warnings and many other applications. Following the successful launches of our FOREST-1 mission in January 2022 and FOREST-2 in June 2023, we are launching our next satellite, FOREST-3 beginning of 2025, which includes an in-house developed payload and BUS. In the same year our first satellite plane, OTC-P1, as well as our newly designed 16U satellite, GENA-OT, will be launched.

The next step is to improve our satellite design based on all the learnings we have gained and scale up our production to extend our satellite constellation.
We are looking for a talented, hands-on engineer to support us with the design and testing of the new generation of our satellites and payloads. You will be joining a very motivated and highly enthusiastic team of experts in the fields of mechanical, optics, electronics, spacecraft, and software engineering.

What you’ll be doing

As a Mechanical engineer you will:

Take lead responsibility for the mechanical structure within individual satellite or payload projects, such as developing mounting structures for subsystems or optical components, deployment mechanisms, or even an entire satellite.
Be involved in all aspects of mechanical design, from initial concept to part designs, assemblies, production drawing generation, and manufacturing orders.
Design components for upcoming satellite missions, testing, and ground support.
Perform hands-on prototyping, both with 3D printed and metal parts, including conducting first assemblies and debugging, to improve your mechanical design.
Work closely with our AIT team during development phases and assist with the assembly, integration, and testing of flight hardware.
Participate in design reviews, from the concept level down to individual parts.
Plan and assist mechanical test campaigns for the satellite and its subsystems, including functional and vibration tests.

Relevant Skills

Practical experience (3+ years) in the development of complex mechanical structures and mechanisms, including concept, design, and production drawing generation.
Proficiency in CAD software, preferably Solidworks.
Strong hands-on attitude and experience in rapid prototyping technologies (tell us about your side-projects!).
Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.
Exceptional organizational skills and a structured approach to work.
- You are good in recognizing timeline, monetary or design related risks and communicate them early and effectively.
- You know how to reliably work with a task or ticketing project-management system like Wrike.
- You find effective ways of documenting your work and telling others about it using software like Slack and Confluence.
Motivation to tackle a wide variety of challenges – looking beyond your job description.
Fluent English skills.

Our Benefits

Wellpass, MVV ticket
Virtual shares for all permanent employees (VSOP=Virtual Share Option Program)
Company pension scheme (bAV) in cooperation with Allianz
Company accident insurance for all employees (insurance for accidents during work and leisure time around the world 24/7)
Discount on lunch meals
On top, enjoy a regular, fully-funded 5-day retreat to a Bavarian castle, devoted to pursuing your personal passion projects

We Offer

At OroraTech you can expect a down to earth, yet high-caliber work environment. You will be part of the OroraTech team - a talented, international, open-minded team that is highly motivated to create impact. OroraTech gives you the opportunity to grow on a professional and personal level. Benefits include:

Be part of the solution to climate change.
Attractive office and lab in Munich (obviously including free snacks/drinks/coffee).
Flexible working time. Take care of your family? Late sleeper? Early riser? Prefer to work from outside from time to time? We can make all of that happen.
A responsible position with individual autonomy and design freedom.

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