Mechanical & Thermal Subsystem Lead

Mechanical & Thermal Subsystem Lead

Infinite Orbits

Toulouse, France

About the Role

As Mechanical & Thermal Subsystem Lead you will act as the mechanical and thermal focal point for subsystems (electronic boxes, cameras, optical instruments, etc.).

Job Description

Internal Development

• Lead and support design, sizing, and justification activities.
• Contribute to technical trade-offs with a system-level perspective.
• Participate in test campaigns (thermal vacuum, vibration, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with space industry standards (ECSS or equivalent).

COTS Equipment management

• Assess and validate COTS equipment from a mechanical and thermal perspective.
• Review verification and qualification approaches (analysis, test, inspection).
• Review supplier data packages and ensure compliance with mission requirements.

Evolution

• Contribute to spacecraft-level mechanical and thermal architecture.
• Support system trade-offs impacting performance, mass, and reliability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or related field).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in satellite mechanical and thermal design.
• Experience designing and integrating mechanical systems for large satellite platforms.
• Proficiency with CAD and FEA tools (e.g., Femap, NASTRAN, CATIA, SolidWorks, Esatan, Systema).
• Good understanding of launch vehicle requirements, space environment effects, and mass/cg management.
• Demonstrated experience in thermal-mechanical interface management and structural-thermal trade-offs.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing project requirements in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.