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We are currently looking for a Mechanical Architect to join the team in Delft.
As a Mechanical Architect, your job will focus on leading the mechanical development of optical systems for space applications, ensuring a seamless transition from concept to production. You will take ownership of the mechanical design process, balancing technical performance with cost-effective manufacturing, and play an integral role in shaping our products and processes as we grow.
Job details
Main responsibilities
- Lead the mechanical design products, balancing technical performance and cost efficiency for volume manufacturing
- Coordinate and manage suppliers and subcontractors from a mechanical engineering perspective
- Support the preparation of customer offers, tenders, and subsidy projects, providing input on mechanical design aspects
- Collaborate with the definition and implementation of design standards across engineering teams to ensure quality and consistency
- Contribute to the development of technical roadmaps for all product lines
- Iterate and transfer designs to our manufacturing partner for series production
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of optical, control, systems, electrical, and software engineers
- Engage in both conceptual architecture development and hands-on CAD work when needed
- Help set up and maintain the CAD and PLM infrastructure
- Support the setup of production facilities and factory workflows
Requirements
- A degree at HBO or WO level, preferably in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
- At least 5 years of experience in a similar role within the space or high-tech industries
- Proficient in 3D CAD tools, including Siemens Teamcenter/NX and/or SolidWorks
- Strong knowledge of fine mechanical construction, precision opto-mechanical design, and DFX principles
- Able to lead discussions with suppliers, translating requirements into effective mechanical solutions
- Solid understanding of design choices and their impact on cost in volume production
- Entrepreneurial and creative mindset, with the ability to transform challenges into technical solutions
- Independent, pragmatic, and proactive, with a strong drive to contribute to company growth
- Fluent in English, both spoken and written; Dutch is a plus but not required
- Team player with a hands-on attitude, solution-oriented approach, and strong communication skills
Are you enthusiastic about becoming our new Mechanical Architect?
Send your CV and motivational letter directly to recruitment@stcorp.nl.
Our story
At S[&T] we contribute to a safer life on earth by translating space data into valuable and actionable insights. We oversee data from instruments to application, and apply our expertise within our software frameworks, information products and consultancy.
Our society relies on space and scientific instruments for climate change monitoring, navigation, defence and national security, and other crucial services we all use in our daily lives. These instruments produce an enormous quantity of complex data, and our goal is to unlock its value.
We have more than 20 years of experience working on instrument calibration, the creation of data quality monitoring tools, the development of real-time data processing frameworks, and the development of application-specific algorithms. With this, we help organisations, governments and industries to strengthen their information position and thereby improve their decision making. We focus on the following domains: Space & Science, Defence & Security, Environment & Sustainability, and High-Tech Consulting.
Sensing problems. Developing solutions.
Our Sensing and Control Systems provide new insights and access to what is happening in harsh environments. Scientific Data Processing ensures that you get the most out of the world's most under-utilized precious resource: data. We can then turn that data into smart decisions with our Intelligent Software Applications. Or if you need on-site support, we have…
Sensing problems. Developing solutions.
Our Sensing and Control Systems provide new insights and access to what is happening in harsh environments. Scientific Data Processing ensures that you get the most out of the world's most under-utilized precious resource: data. We can then turn that data into smart decisions with our Intelligent Software Applications. Or if you need on-site support, we have the brightest minds and greatest people in Technical Consulting for R&D.
Taking the R&D Journey Together
Research and development projects are usually long-term investments in complex systems involving stringent requirements, formalized relationship structures and interfaces, and highly impactful project phases and team scaling. It is important to have an experienced partner that is in it for the long haul. At S[&]T, we are relationship driven, and think not only about the first steps toward partnership, but the long-term win-win-win. We have flexible methods of partnering, and are able to support R&D via projects, personnel and products, depending on which method provides the best solution. Our open communication style and people-driven methods create smooth interfaces and ensure that we are a dependable partner through thick and thin.
Meant to be at S[&]T
At S[&]T, relationships always come first, and we treat our employees like we would like to be treated. We understand that smart people need flexibility, challenging projects, open communication and a motivating career path. If you would like to choose your own adventure when it comes to building a role that is right for you, we are here to support you along the way. Our flat structure and direct connections in a variety of R&D settings provides you with plenty of opportunity, while we also work hard to ensure that we create a fun environment along the way.
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