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Graduate Opto-Mechanical Engineer - Space Imaging

CBSbutler
Chelmsford
3 months ago
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Graduate Opto-Mechanical Engineer – Space Imaging



  • Chelmsford, Essex (Hybrid)
  • £28,000 - £32,000 + excellent bens.



Do you want to work on cutting-edge projects in space, aerospace, defence, and industrial markets?


This role will involve supporting the design of in-house mounting arrangements for optics. The engineer will be critically involved with requirement derivation/flow down, review of requirements, and requirements management with respect to opto-mechanical technologies.


Design of mechanical components to support opto-mechanical system assembly and verification is also expected along with hands-on support during opto-mechanical system integration and testing.


As well as optical mountings, the role will also involve mechanical design and analysis work on our core products: Imaging packages for space and associated ground based cryogenic test cameras systems.



Essential Experience: - Graduate Opto-Mechanical Engineer



  • Ability and experience reviewing opto-mechanical designs, particularly overseeing sub-contractor design progression through gate reviews.
  • Working knowledge of CAD packages.
  • Design and analysis experience applicable to opto-mechanics.
  • Proven ability to manage, prioritise and organise own work and the work of others as required.
  • The ability to perform under pressure and to tight timelines.
  • Preparation of design documentation required for development gate reviews
  • Ability to present design compliance at major gate reviews.



Be a part of a team that is pushing the boundaries of technology and making a difference. Apply now!

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