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Advanced Engineering | UK & Europe | Optical | RF | IC |
Opto-Mechanical Engineer | Guildford | Hybrid | Competitive salary + strong package
Are you an experienced Opto-Mechanical Engineer? Do you want to work on the cutting-edge development of Space and Satellite exploration?
Then this might be the role for you!
This is your chance to join a dynamic and innovative multidisciplinary engineering team, supporting with the design, analysis, and assembly of cutting-edge optical payloads for space applications.
Responsibilities:
* Design opto-mechanical systems from concept to detailed drawings using SolidWorks.
* Collaborate closely with optical, electronic, and systems engineers to deliver functional designs.
* Perform FEA (thermoelastic, static, dynamic) on components including deformation of optical surfaces.
* Support assembly, integration, and testing in cleanroom environments.
* Liaise with suppliers and manage manufacturing activities and work packages.
* Produce design documentation, maintain logs, and create technical review material.
Skills & experience:
* A degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
* Proven experience in the design, build, and test of opto-mechanical systems, ideally for space applications.
* Strong 3D CAD skills (SolidWorks or similar) and FEA experience (e.g. ANSYS).
* Knowledge of mounting optics (lenses, mirrors, filters), kinematic principles, and material selection.
* Excellent problem-solving skills in stress, thermal, and vibration analysis.
* Familiarity with BS8888 drawing standards and a quality-assured engineering environment.
What’s in it for you?
* Highly competitive Salary.
* Flexible working policies.
* 32 days annual leave + BH.
* Annual Company Bonus Scheme.
* Up to 8% employer pension contribution.
* Life Assurance (6X salary).
* Private Health Care.
* Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Engineering and Design
* Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing, Space Research and Technology, and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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