Staff Mechanical Engineer

• Mechanical Staff Engineer
• Espoo, Finland
• Permanent Contract
• Hybrid

Who are we?

ICEYE is the global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite operations for Earth Observation, persistent monitoring, and natural catastrophe solutions; owning and operating the world's largest SAR constellation. ICEYE is headquartered in Finland and operates from five international locations with more than 600 employees from nearly 60 countries, inspired by the shared vision of improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.

Our satellites acquire images of Earth at any time – even when it’s cloudy or dark – providing commercial and government partners with unmatched persistent monitoring capabilities. Information derived from our SAR images helps customers make data-driven decisions to address time-critical challenges in various sectors, such as maritime, disaster management, insurance, and finance.

Our team is a tight-knit group of experts across many disciplines (e.g., engineering, software development, radar technology, etc.). We’re innovative, driven people who strive for excellence in everything we do. Teamwork, curiosity, and having fun are core values at ICEYE, and contribute to Making the Impossible possible!!

Why should you work for us?

ICEYE is at the cutting edge of new technology and we are continuing to build and operate our commercial constellation of SAR satellites. Working with ICEYE, you will be part of making the impossible possible, whilst shaping the Earth Observation industry. You will work with varied, diverse and engaged colleagues to further the ICEYE mission. At ICEYE we realise that without great people we can not succeed, therefore you will be an integral, valued and appreciated colleague, with the ability to directly shape the vision and direction of the business. 

We actively support Continuous Professional Development, and will provide access to a range of avenues to allow you to succeed, including courses, training and attendance at conferences. ICEYE is a place where your development, your growth and your success is a priority. 

What is the role? 

As a Mechanical engineer you are responsible for developing our next generation satellite structures, deployable mechanisms and related hardware. You are a professional team player who will communicate and collaborate effortlessly with our other engineering teams to achieve common goals.

Requirements

• Skilled in both design and practical mechanical lab work, capable of using hand tools and working on proof of concepts.
• Able to perform hand calculations for fast concept implementation and simple design creation.
• Balances quick, efficient design with a process-oriented approach.
• Excellent Communication: Interfaces with team leads, project managers, and stakeholders; adept at technical conflict resolution and guiding technical teams.
• Manufacturing Collaboration: Works directly with manufacturers to optimize designs for manufacturability.
• Mentorship and Teaching: Proven track record of mentoring engineers and a noticeable passion for teaching others.
• Problem-Solving: Experienced in overcoming significant design challenges and taking projects from start to finish successfully.
• Expertise in designing complex mechanical systems, including deployable mechanisms.
• Satellite Structures Experience: Proven experience with satellite structures and validating mechanical platforms for launch.
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Proficiency: Skilled in FEA tools and intuitive in design to minimize unnecessary iterations.
• Thermal Design Basics: Understands thermal principles to create functional mechanical structures, even if suboptimal.
• End-to-End Mechanical Design: Proficient from concept to maintenance, excelling in concept and design phases for both composite and metallic structures.
• CAD Fluency: Proficient in CAD tools like Inventor and SolidWorks.
• Manufacturing Expertise: Deep understanding of manufacturing processes for both metallic and composite materials, including CFRP.
• Process and Cost Awareness: Knowledgeable about the impact of design choices on manufacturing costs, time, and weight.
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Machinery: Understands advantages and drawbacks of machinery and modifies processes for success.
• PDM and PLM Systems: Familiar with Product Data Management (PDM) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.

In addition to the above, it would be beneficial if you had the below attributes and skills:

• Experience in managing projects
• Experience as a mechanical architect
• Spacecraft system level knowledge
• Experience as a technical lead or people lead

Benefits

What do we offer?

• A job that matters in a dynamic Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach
• An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment
• Occupational healthcare, occupational and private insurance
• A yearly benefit budget to spend as you wish (i.e. on sport, transport, bike benefit, wellness, lunch, etc.)
• Phone subscription with iPhone of choice 
• Relocation support (i.e. flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency support)
• Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
• Inspiring and collaborating offices and silent workspaces enable you to focus
• A wide variety of the best coffee, tea, snacks, and sweets to accompany your daily space mission