Opto-Mechanical Engineer - Space Imaging

Chelmsford, Essex (Hybrid)
£45,000 - £65,000 + excellent bens.

Are you a an experienced and innovative Opto-Mechanical Engineer? Do you want to work on cutting-edge projects in space, aerospace, defence, and industrial markets?

This role will involve leading and 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: - Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Expert knowledge of precision mechanical mounting of optics for structural, dynamic and thermal environments.
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.
Knowledge of requirements management - compliance verification matrix, DFMEA, risk register.
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