Staff Mechanical Engineer

• Mechanical Staff Engineer
• Espoo, Finland
• Permanent Contract
• Hybrid

Who are we?

ICEYE is the global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite operations for Earth Observation, persistent monitoring, and natural catastrophe solutions; owning and operating the world's largest SAR constellation. ICEYE is headquartered in Finland and operates from five international locations with more than 600 employees from nearly 60 countries, inspired by the shared vision of improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.

Our satellites acquire images of Earth at any time – even when it’s cloudy or dark – providing commercial and government partners with unmatched persistent monitoring capabilities. Information derived from our SAR images helps customers make data-driven decisions to address time-critical challenges in various sectors, such as maritime, disaster management, insurance, and finance.

Our team is a tight-knit group of experts across many disciplines (e.g., engineering, software development, radar technology, etc.). We’re innovative, driven people who strive for excellence in everything we do. Teamwork, curiosity, and having fun are core values at ICEYE, and contribute to Making the Impossible possible!!

Why should you work for us?

ICEYE is at the cutting edge of new technology and we are continuing to build and operate our commercial constellation of SAR satellites. Working with ICEYE, you will be part of making the impossible possible, whilst shaping the Earth Observation industry. You will work with varied, diverse and engaged colleagues to further the ICEYE mission. At ICEYE we realise that without great people we can not succeed, therefore you will be an integral, valued and appreciated colleague, with the ability to directly shape the vision and direction of the business. 

We actively support Continuous Professional Development, and will provide access to a range of avenues to allow you to succeed, including courses, training and attendance at conferences. ICEYE is a place where your development, your growth and your success is a priority. 

What is the role? 

As a senior expert mechanical engineer you are responsible for developing our next generation satellite structures, deployable mechanisms and related hardware. You are a professional team player who will communicate and collaborate effortlessly with our other engineering teams to achieve common goals. Your daily tasks include:

• Load carrying satellite structures development in close cooperation with our thermal- and structural analysis teams
• Antenna structures development together with our RF- and Electronic teams
• Working with separation systems integration
• Following up both satellite production and R&D projects manufacturing
• Engineering MGSE equipment in cooperation with AIT-team
• Mentoring and coaching the junior members of the team

Requirements

To be successful in this role we expect you to have:

• Minimum of 10 years of work experience in aerospace, or relevant high tech product engineering
• Proven track record on engineering both metallic and composite load carrying structures
• Experience from satellite deployable structures and mechanisms
• Experience in engineering bolted and bonded hybrid material joints
• Experience in Autodesk Inventor and Vault, other CAE/PDM experience is a benefit
• Experience from MGSE and CFRP manufacturing tooling development
• Proactive and hands on working attitude
• Systematic and consistent approach to problem solving, ability to define requirements

In addition to the above, it would be beneficial if you had the below attributes and skills:

• Experience in managing projects
• Experience as a mechanical architect
• Spacecraft system level knowledge
• Experience as a technical lead or people lead

Benefits

What do we offer?

• A job that matters in a dynamic Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach
• An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment
• Occupational healthcare, occupational and private insurance
• A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (i.e. on sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch, etc.)
• Phone subscription with iPhone of choice 
• Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)
• Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
• Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus
• A wide variety of the best coffee, tea, snacks, and sweets to accompany your daily space mission