* Work Location: Garching, Munich, Germany
* Remote/Hybrid/On-Site Policy: Primarily on site, with the possibility to have 1 WFH day per week after the initial onboarding period.
* Work Experience: Minimum 3 years structural analysis in a space-industry environment
* Language Requirement: English C1
* Contract Type: Full-time
* Technical Skills Required: ANSYS APDL/Mechanical mastery, FEMAP, NASTRAN, Python, MATLAB/Octave, FORTRAN, Git, Excel
* Industry: Space/Aerospace (Deployable Reflector Systems)
* Positions Available: 1 to 2
Company Mission
To operate as a trusted part of the space community in Europe; providing decisive space related technological capabilities to further strengthen the European market and enable strategic independence for Europe.
Core Values
Integrity; Passion; Team Spirit; Innovation; Commitment
Tasks
* Influence new product design via sound, data-driven analysis results.
* Aid in the definition of project scope in agreement with stakeholders.
* Interact with project partners (internal and external) to optimize the designs and interfaces.
* Develop constructive solutions in conjunction with internal departments, clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
* Provide results tailored to business needs.
* Prepare detailed technical reports and presentations.
* Construct complex Finite Element Models for a range of structural evaluations: modal analysis, dynamic (sine, random), thermal, etc.
* Do simulation of mechanically and thermally loaded components in ANSYS (APDL and Workbench) and/or Siemens FEMAP (NASTRAN) for space applications.
* Detail assumptions and limitations of analysis techniques.
* Develop and optimize simulations, both via code scripting and GUI.
* Interpret and evaluate simulation results.
* Find the right balance between model simplicity and accuracy.
* Back up complex analysis results with hand, code scripting and spreadsheet calculations.
* Pro-actively ensure simulation results are comparable to design requirements.
Requirements
* M.Sc. or PhD in structural/mechanical engineering (or comparable field)
* 3+ years of professional structural-analysis experience in the space sector (ideally European)
* Excellent English skills (spoken & written); German beneficial but not required
* Extensive know-how in ANSYS APDL/Mechanical; experience with FEMAP and NASTRAN
* Proficient in scripting with Python, MATLAB/Octave or FORTRAN
* Strong hand-calculation and Excel-based analysis skills to validate FEA results
* Experience with Git version control
* Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage own workload independently
* Fast learner with initiative to understand highly complex designs
* Comfortable handling complex, technically challenging simulation models
* Analytical, solution-oriented team player with outstanding communication skills
* Eligible to work in the EU without restriction
* Desirable: expertise in non-linear FEA and familiarity with ESA/ECSS standards
Benefits
* Work on unique space projects with a tangible impact guaranteed until 2029
* A multicultural, highly qualified team with a friendly atmosphere and a flat hierarchy
* Flexible working hours with core hours, plus the option to work remotely once you’ve settled in
* Modern facilities at the Munich Business Campus (near the underground, shops, gym)
* Personal development through varied tasks and autonomy
* Additional benefits such as a casual dress code, free drinks and fruit, and regular team events
Why Work With Them:
▪ Market leader in a fast-growing niche
▪ Direct impact on space hardware that flies
▪ Multicultural high-calibre team
▪ Flexible hours & modern office
▪ Visible career growth in cutting-edge projects
▪ Unique opportunity to shape Europe’s largest deployable reflectors
▪ Stability of long-term ESA projects through 2029