Structural Analysis Engineer

• Work Location: Garching, Munich, Germany

• Remote/Hybrid/On-Site Policy: Primarily on site, with the possibility to have 1 WFH day per week after the initial onboarding period.

• Work Experience: Minimum 3 years structural analysis in a space-industry environment

• Language Requirement: English C1

• Contract Type: Full-time

• Technical Skills Required: ANSYS APDL/Mechanical mastery​, FEMAP, NASTRAN, Python, MATLAB/Octave, FORTRAN, Git, Excel

• Industry: Space/Aerospace (Deployable Reflector Systems)

• Positions Available: 1 to 2

Company Mission

To operate as a trusted part of the space community in Europe; providing decisive space related technological capabilities to further strengthen the European market and enable strategic independence for Europe.

Core Values

Integrity; Passion; Team Spirit; Innovation; Commitment

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Influence new product design via sound, data-driven analysis results.

• Aid in the definition of project scope in agreement with stakeholders.

• Interact with project partners (internal and external) to optimize the designs and interfaces.
  

• Develop constructive solutions in conjunction with internal departments, clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
  

• Provide results tailored to business needs.
  

• Prepare detailed technical reports and presentations.
  

• Construct complex Finite Element Models for a range of structural evaluations: modal analysis, dynamic (sine, random), thermal, etc.
  

• Do simulation of mechanically and thermally loaded components in ANSYS (APDL and Workbench) and/or Siemens FEMAP (NASTRAN) for space applications.
  

• Detail assumptions and limitations of analysis techniques.
  

• Develop and optimize simulations, both via code scripting and GUI.
  

• Interpret and evaluate simulation results.
  

• Find the right balance between model simplicity and accuracy.
  

• Back up complex analysis results with hand, code scripting and spreadsheet calculations.
  

• Pro-actively ensure simulation results are comparable to design requirements.

Requirements

• M.Sc. or PhD in structural/mechanical engineering (or comparable field)

• 3+ years of professional structural-analysis experience in the space sector (ideally European)
  

• Excellent English skills (spoken & written); German beneficial but not required
  

• Extensive know-how in ANSYS APDL/Mechanical; experience with FEMAP and NASTRAN
  

• Proficient in scripting with Python, MATLAB/Octave or FORTRAN
  

• Strong hand-calculation and Excel-based analysis skills to validate FEA results
  

• Experience with Git version control
  

• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage own workload independently
  

• Fast learner with initiative to understand highly complex designs
  

• Comfortable handling complex, technically challenging simulation models
  

• Analytical, solution-oriented team player with outstanding communication skills
  

• Eligible to work in the EU without restriction
  

• Desirable: expertise in non-linear FEA and familiarity with ESA/ECSS standards

Core Benefits

• Work on unique space projects with a tangible impact guaranteed until 2029

• A multicultural, highly qualified team with a friendly atmosphere and a flat hierarchy
  

• Flexible working hours with core hours, plus the option to work remotely once you’ve settled in
  

• Modern facilities at the Munich Business Campus (near the underground, shops, gym)
  

• Personal development through varied tasks and autonomy
  

• Additional benefits such as a casual dress code, free drinks and fruit, and regular team events