Mechanical Engineer - Control Node

About the Role

Destinus is looking for a highly motivated and hands-on mechanical engineer capable of delivering engineering solutions as part of the research and development in the Destinus Systems department. In this role you will design and develop a control node for air defence and strike systems, including all relevant mechanical subsystems. The ideal candidate is a strong team player with good social and communication skills to continuously coordinate with the peers of the respective engineering disciplines and teams, has a demonstrated ability to take technical ownership during development and drive technical solutions.

What you will do

· Generate 3D CAD models, drawings, schematics, bills of material, and other related documentation required for manufacturing, integration and testing

· Deliver technical documentation including any engineering calculations, analysis and assumptions required to substantiate your design decisions and solutions

· Create engineering design, prototypes, and manufacturing plans for an air defence and strike systems control node

· Manage suppliers and manufacturers by addressing any technical questions and resolving any issues which may arise during the manufacturing process.

· Select standard parts, fasteners, equipment, and consumables following best practices and industry standards

· Take ownership of your design work and closely coordinate with your peers in the engineering department across the involved engineering disciplines (systems, safety, electrical, aerospace, etc.)

· Coach junior engineers and interns in mechanical design, manufacturing and CAD.

· Support the product development process through the design review process (SRR, PDR, CDR etc.)

· Support and accompany the integration, assembly and manufacturing phases of the control nodes from a mechanical engineering point of view

· Drive innovation with new ideas to keep Destinus’ air defence and strike systems

· Support both the structured product development process as well as the rapid prototyping approach at the engineering department

Requirements

What you will need

· BSc. In Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering or a related discipline.

· Ideally, technical training as a mechanical designer / drafter

· 2-5 years of working experience in mechanical engineering in defence or in a related industry sector (e.g. aerospace) with close ties to manufacturing

· Experience with design of automated solutions, special machines or test benches is a benefit

· Experience with Siemens NX is a must, experience with Teamcenter is a plus

· Ideally, experience in several different phases: design, build, integration, test, and operation.

· Knowledge of military standards (MIL-STD, STANAG, AECTP) and engineering and requirement management tools (Jama, Jira, Confluence etc.)

· Knowledge of relevant technical topics for military control nodes (communication protocols, tactical data links, firing control, radar sensors, safety etc.) is a plus

· Willingness to travel to different Destinus sites (max. 20%)

· Strong communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, international and multidisciplinary development team

· Proactive, ownership-driven mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities

· Strong analytical skills and ability to work autonomously

· Fluency in English is required; German is a plus.