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Position: Senior Stress Engineer (Space sector)
Contract: Permanent contract, full-time position
Salary: In line with market and experience (details will be discussed during the recruiting process)
AYES is a Switzerland-based Engineering and Technology consulting company with headquarters in Zürich. Our core business lies in the industrial sector, with a strong focus on Space, Automotive, Railway, Aerospace & Defense, Energy, and Life Science.
Driven by excellence and professionalism, AYES supports prestigious clients across Switzerland, Europe, and the USA, delivering innovation and high-level engineering solutions.
We value human capital as our greatest strength, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous growth among our teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the mechanical and thermal design of satellite equipment (opto-mechanical and opto-electronic systems), from concept through to manufacturing files
* Perform detailed structural analysis using tools like NASTRAN or Simcenter
* Support mechanical testing (e.g., vibration tests) and correlate test results with simulation models
* Oversee the delivery of engineering projects, ensuring deadlines and budgets are respected
* Coordinate with cross-functional teams (thermal, optical, electronic, and systems engineering) to develop integrated technical solutions
* Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including design reports, analysis files, and test evaluations
* Conduct risk assessments and support mitigation planning during project execution
* Participate in technical reviews and provide input for design optimization
* Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development
* Stay up to date with the latest space industry standards (ESA, NASA, commercial)
* Support the creation of technical proposals for new projects
Our Ideal Candidate Should Have:
* Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
* Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in mechanical engineering with a focus on space applications.
* Proficiency in structural analysis tools (NASTRAN, Simcenter) and familiarity with CAD software ( NX CAD)
* Proven experience in leading engineering activities from concept to manufacturing documentation
* Strong knowledge of spacecraft systems: structural, thermal, optical, and electronic components
* Familiarity with space industry norms and standards (NASA, ESA, or commercial space regulations)
* Fluent in English; knowledge of other Swiss national languages is an asset.
* Additional assets: experience with ESATAN-TMS or other thermal analysis tools, and MS Project.
If you are a team player, have good communication skills and a problem-solving attitude, and want to be part of a growing international engineering company focused on the industrial sector, with opportunities in Europe and the USA, then…
SAY YES AND GROW WITH AYES!
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Mid-Senior level
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Consulting
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