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ICEYE is a space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) company delivering synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology to governments and allied nations. The company operates a world-leading SAR satellite constellation and provides near real-time Earth observation data for defense, intelligence, security, maritime domain awareness, civil protection, and commercial applications.
As a Senior Mechanical Test Engineer in the Spacecraft Hardware department, you will ensure the structural integrity and readiness of ICEYE's satellite systems by designing and executing critical mechanical testing campaigns that validate performance in demanding launch and space environments.
Your day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Design, develop, and validate Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) for satellite testing
- Design mechanical interfaces for vibration, shock, and environmental testing
- Develop and optimize test jigs and fixtures for mechanical testing
- Create and maintain manufacturing drawings and technical documentation
- Plan, coordinate, execute, and document vibration test campaigns for subsystems and full satellites
- Perform and support finite element analysis to validate designs and test setups
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure test readiness and successful execution
- Deliver end-to-end mechanical testing campaigns aligned with project requirements
You will report to the Mechanical Test Engineering Team Lead and work in a hybrid on-site model in Espoo, Finland. The role is permanent and subject to applicable security screening.
QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVES):
- MSc degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years of experience in MGSE design and mechanical testing environments
- Experience with vibration testing and mechanical validation of hardware
- Experience leading technical work or R&D projects
- Proficiency with CAD and PDM tools such as Autodesk Inventor and Vault or similar
- Experience with finite element analysis tools such as ANSYS, Nastran, or Hypermesh
- Ability to create and interpret manufacturing drawings
- Hands-on engineering mindset with ability to work both independently and in teams
NICE TO HAVES:
- Experience in aerospace or satellite hardware development
- Manufacturing knowledge of machined components
- Hands-on experience in satellite assembly
