AIT MGSE Mechanical Engineer

AIT MGSE Mechanical Engineer

SWISSto12

Lausanne, Switzerland

Job requirements

• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 5 years of experience in mechanical design, tooling development, or aerospace integration.
• Strong experience with mechanical design and CAD tools.
• Experience with spacecraft structures, handling equipment, or industrial.
• Knowledge of lifting equipment standards and mechanical safety practices.
• Ability to work in cleanroom environments and support hands-on integration activities.
• Strong focus on safety and reliability in spacecraft handling operations.
• Ability to anticipate integration challenges and propose practical solutions.
• Strong collaboration with engineering, operators, and suppliers.
• Pragmatic engineering mindset combining design and operational constraints.
• Commitment to documentation, traceability, and continuous improvement
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.
• Fluent in English; French is a plus

Job responsibilities

M-GSE Definition & Engineering

• Identify and anticipate M-GSE needs required for spacecraft assembly, integration, and testing.
• Work closely with engineering teams to define technical specifications for new M-GSE.
• Perform technical trades to identify the most appropriate design solutions.
• Ensure M-GSE compatibility with spacecraft structures, interfaces, and integration constraints.
• Support the design of mechanical mock-ups, brackets, and interface hardware required for integration activities.

M-GSE Development & Procurement

• Prepare technical specifications and documentation for the design and manufacturing of M-GSE.
• Coordinate with procurement and engineering teams to support supplier selection and manufacturing follow-up.
• Manage suppliers responsible for M-GSE development and manufacturing.
• Review supplier documentation and user manuals, issue technical comments or RIDs, and participate in technical reviews and project milestones.

M-GSE Lifecycle Management

• Follow the complete lifecycle of M-GSE equipment from concept to operational use.
• Ensure that the appropriate number of GSE tools is available to support integration schedules.
• Promote the development of modular and reusable M-GSE solutions across different programs.
• Maintain documentation and configuration control for all M-GSE assets.
• Ensure proper maintenance, inspection, and operational readiness of M-GSE equipment.

AIT Integration Support

• Support AIT teams during integration activities requiring M-GSE.
• Provide technical guidance during critical spacecraft handling and integration operations.
• Contribute to the definition and improvement of AIT infrastructure and procedures.
• Support risk assessments and safe handling procedures for spacecraft hardware.

Interfaces

• AIT Managers – Planning of integration phases and identification of M-GSE requirements.
• AIT Operation Supervisor - Operational use of M-GSE during integration activities.
• AIT Engineers – Coordination of spacecraft mechanical interfaces and integration constraints
• AIT Mechanical Technicians – for integration task execution and technical guidance.
• Design Office – Definition of spacecraft interfaces and structural constraints
• Procurement – Supplier selection and contract execution for M-GSE manufacturing.
• Quality Control and Product Assurance – for inspections and configuration compliance.