Mechanical Design & Test Engineer

Mechanical Design & Test Engineer Space Sector

Our client, a leading organisation within the UK space industry, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design & Test Engineer to play a key role in advancing their launch capability development, on a full-time contract basis.

You ll contribute to an exciting range of technologies and development activities, including:

• Composites fabrication
• Infrastructure and facility commissioning
• Product development across multiple subsystems
• Integration, verification, and system-level testing

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings (SolidWorks, Autodesk)
• Lead internal design reviews and support technical discussions with suppliers and clients
• Collaborate with electronics engineers on subsystem integration including PCBs, sensors, and communications hardware
• Develop mechanical solutions across structures, propulsion, thermal management, and safety-critical systems
• Apply Design-for-Excellence (DfX) principles to improve manufacturability and serviceability
• Create and execute comprehensive test plans, including shock, vibration, thermal cycling, and IP compliance testing
• Analyse test data, drive design improvements, and contribute to prototype assembly and validation
• Communicate technical information clearly within a multi-disciplinary engineering team

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent professional experience
• Proven track record in mechanical design for complex electro-mechanical products
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD tools and Product Data Management (PDM) systems
• Hands-on experience with hardware verification and environmental testing
• Understanding of manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, injection moulding, sheet metal fabrication, and additive manufacturing
• Eligibility for UK security clearance (BPSS)

Desirable Attributes

• Experience working with composites and advanced material systems
• Familiarity with systems engineering methodologies
• Working knowledge of FEA and/or CFD analysis