Mechanical Engineer - Missile Launcher

About the role

Destinus is looking for a hands-on mechanical engineer to join its Destinus Systems department and contribute to research and development. You will design and develop launchers for missiles and rockets, including all relevant mechanical subsystems, and coordinate closely with peers across the engineering disciplines.

Key responsibilities

• Generate 3D CAD models, drawings, schematics, bills of material and other documentation needed for manufacturing, integration and testing.
• Deliver technical documentation, including engineering calculations, analyses and assumptions that justify design decisions.
• Create engineering designs, prototypes and manufacturing plans for missile and rocket launchers.
• Manage suppliers and manufacturers, answering technical questions and resolving issues during manufacturing.
• Select standard parts, fasteners, equipment and consumables according to best practice and industry standards.
• Coordinate with colleagues in systems, safety, electrical, aerospace and other disciplines, and with the missile/rocket design team to define mechanical interfaces.
• Coach junior engineers and interns in mechanical design, manufacturing and CAD.
• Support the design review process (SRR, PDR, CDR etc.) and the integration, assembly and manufacturing phases from a mechanical viewpoint.
• Drive innovation and support both structured product development and rapid prototyping.

Required profile

• BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering or a related discipline.
• Ideally technical training as a mechanical designer/drafter.
• 2-5 years of experience in mechanical engineering in defence or a related sector such as aerospace, with close ties to manufacturing.
• Experience in several phases of design, build, integration, test and operation.
• Willingness to travel to different Destinus sites (max. 20%).
• Fluency in English; German is a plus.

Required skills

• Siemens NX is a must; Teamcenter is a plus.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD, STANAG and AECTP military standards, and tools such as Jama, Jira and Confluence.
• Experience with thermal management and rocket/missile exhaust systems.
• Knowledge of propulsion systems, communication protocols, tactical data links, firing control, radar sensors and safety is a plus.