Mechanical Engineer

Veoware Space develops satellite agility solutions that give spacecraft, launch vehicles, space cargo systems and future planetary landers unprecedented manoeuvrability and performance. Our products combine precision mechanisms, electronics, software and control systems to operate in some of the most demanding environments in engineering.

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to develop innovative space mechanisms, taking designs from first concepts through qualification to flight-ready hardware.

Your Mission

You will be responsible for the mechanical design of our space products throughout the development lifecycle, from early concept to qualification, manufacturing and delivery. You will transform requirements into robust, manufacturable designs that comply with the demanding standards of the space industry, and see the hardware you design become qualified flight hardware.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical concepts and detailed designs for space applications.
• Perform structural, thermal and mechanical analyses to support design decisions.
• Define, prepare and execute qualification and acceptance testing activities.
• Analyse test results and implement design improvements where required.
• Collaborate closely with Systems, Electronics, Software and Control Engineering teams.
• Support manufacturing, assembly, integration and delivery activities.
• Prepare design, analysis and test documentation in accordance with ECSS .
• Present and defend technical solutions during internal and customer reviews.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering methods, tools and processes.

Education & Experience

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5 + years of experience in the space industry or another high-reliability engineering environment.
• Experience contributing to the development of complex mechanical systems within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Technical Expertise

• Strong mechanical design fundamentals.
• Proficiency with CAD and structuration /thermal engineering analysis tools (CATIA, SolidWorks, Siemens NX or similar).
• Working knowledge of ECSS standards.
• Ability to produce high-quality engineering documentation.
• Professional proficiency in English with French and/or Dutch

Personal Attributes

• Pragmatic, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Curious, hands-on and eager to learn.
• You take ownership and drive tasks to completion.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial and solution-driven.
• Able and willing to collaborate in a face-paced, dynamic environment

Nice to Have

• Design for manufacturing and assembly experience.
• Design to cost experience
• Development of product industrialization knowledge.

Why Veoware?

Technology brings us to Space. People take us further. Willing to join a growing space technology company where your work goes directly into products built for some of the most challenging environments imaginable?

We offer an environment that values technical excellence, ownership, continuous learning and constructive challenge, and a shared commitment to solving complex engineering problems.

Veoware Space is committed to equal opportunities and to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute, develop and thrive. We value the different perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that strengthen our teams. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and assess every application on the basis of relevant skills, experience and potential. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.