Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that have supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA.
Serco has made significant contributions at ESA's European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) in the Netherlands, supporting a wide range of space missions and projects. Serco has provided essential engineering, technical, and management services, playing a key role in logistics and operational support for missions. Serco's expertise in spacecraft management, ground systems, and data processing has earned them recognition, including the 'Best in Domain' award from ESA. Their long-standing partnership with ESA reflects their commitment to excellence and innovation in the space sector.
On behalf of our client, the European Space Agency, we are looking for a
Mechanisms Engineer to join our team at the esteemed ESA-ESTEC site, in the Netherlands. Step into a remarkable role that grants you access to one of the globe's highly coveted space agencies! As a mechanism engineer, you will drive the innovation and reliability of space missions through advanced mechanism technologies and performance evaluations. Your expertise will shape the future of space exploration by ensuring mission success and pioneering new standards in engineering excellence.
As a
Mechanisms Engineer, you will concentrate your activities on the following:
- 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-term/future mission plans.
- Identification of enabling mechanisms 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 set-up 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.
Do you think you are the person we are looking for? See below what experience or knowledge you should bring:
- A Master’s degree or equivalent in mechanical or aeronautical engineering.
- + 4 years of relevant experience within the field of mechanism design, analysis, verification, and testing.
- Excellent knowledge of 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 and a
- Good knowledge of related mechanisms and numerical analysis tools such as Adams, VirtualLab MotionT, SIMPACK, Matlab/Simulink, Maxwell, Flux, etc.
- 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.
- Excellent interpersonal skills are needed, together with a high degree of organizational and communication abilities.
- Proficient in the English language, both written and spoken.
- Knowledge of another EU member state language is an asset.
- Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.
On Offer
- Flexible working policy (hybrid working).
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits plan.
- A range of wellness activities and employee assistance programs.
- Casual dress code.
Relocation:
The Netherlands' central location in Europe makes it an ideal base for travel and business within the EU. Major cities are well-connected by road, rail, and air with Amsterdam Schiphol Airport one of Europe's busiest and most well-connected airports, facilitating easy international travel.
Serco offers relocation support for all EU passport holders who are planning to relocate to the Netherlands and work for Serco B.V.
DE&I
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Serco is based on a culture where every voice is heard and every employee feels valued. Working together as one team, we can enhance the experience of our people and teams, improve the value of our solutions to better serve the missions of our customers, and make an impact in our world. We believe in equity so we strongly encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.
About Serco
Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the likes of ESA, CNES, EUMETSAT, EUSPA, ASI and NASA. We offer space capabilities across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to Launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development. With over 55 years history in the space sector Serco is well placed to contribute to National strategies across Europe and the globe We work within the heart of the space sector so understand the challenges our customers face. When it comes to recruitment we are experts in sourcing the very best talent within space engineering, earth observation, satellite communications and cyber security. We have placed hundreds of people from post graduates through to C-suite executives into space agencies, satellite operators, manufacturers, system integrators, consultancies, earth observation/remote sensing, launch providers and much more.
