Mechanical Engineer

Introduction to the Company
Mbryonics is at the forefront of free space optical communications. Our product portfolio covers a wide range of emerging technologies from advanced optical systems to photonic integrated circuits and embedded software solutions. Our optical communications systems are integrated and deployed in satellite and terrestrial communications systems. The work is exciting and ground breaking and involves some of the most challenging engineering on the planet! As part of our expansion, we are currently looking for a motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our group.

Why you should work with us

Get in on the ground floor with a space engineering company scaling-up to revolutionise global connectivity.

Work closely with some of the brightest innovators in lasercom technologies in a fast-paced and fun environment where you can take risks while tackling cutting-edge challenges every day.

Work in an exciting, international environment, with some of the largest companies and projects in the world.

We promote an inclusive and open company culture with competitive salary, benefits, and flexible hours.

Develop your own skills and accelerate your career growth working on some of the hardest engineering challenges in a fast paced and energetic team while contribute to company growth

Responsibilities

Creative engineering input, research, conducting trials, and challenging the norm.

Day-to-day application of CAD design (Fusion 360) and prototyping skills in order to realise various types of motorised gimbal systems, mechanisms (launch and optomechanical) and optical actuators.

Perform preliminary level structural analysis simulations (Fusion 360) such as modal and static analysis.

Develop complex models to aid in determining launch load survivability and thermal fluctuations.

Mechanisms development - High precision Actuators, gimbals and complex multifunction systems.

Optomechanics - Optical Manufacturing, Assembly, Integration and Testing (MAIT).

Get your hands dirty in our workshop! We believe there is no substitute for the real design knowledge to be gained from early builds, trials and testing of prototypes.

Required Technical Skills/Education

Bachelors or Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering, MEng or equivalent qualification

2+ years of mechanical, aerospace, optical or related engineering field experience

Interest in the high tech, aerospace, or space sectors

Hands-on experience in bringing projects through to completion in a fast paced environment

Experience in an R&D environment is beneficial

Familiar with 3D printing of polymers and/or metals is advantageous

Experience in designing parts for CNC milling manufacturing

Understanding of engineering drawings production for both in-house and external manufacturing

Desired Technical Skills/Education:
Excellent technical skills, including CAD experience and some understanding of project management

The ability to work under pressure and to meet required deadlines

Problem-solving skills, solution focused and possess the ability to craft the appropriate approaches

Interpersonal and team working skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Commercial awareness

Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities
Core ethical values, diversity and inclusion are invaluable to Mbryonics’ business success. We recognise that the broad perspectives that result from recruiting, developing and retaining a globally diverse workforce promotes innovation and helps us succeed as a business enterprise. It is the policy and practice of the Company to provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants. The Company will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, civil status, family status, disability, age, or membership of the Traveller community.