About MBRYONICS
MBRYONICS is at the forefront of free space optical communications. Our product portfolio covers a wide range of emerging technologies from photonic integrated circuits to advanced optical systems and embedded software solutions. Our optical communications systems are integrated and deployed in satellite communications systems. The work is exciting and challenging and is at the forefront of the technology domains. As part of our expansion, we are currently looking for a suitably motivated - Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer - to join our group.
What you'll do
- Creative engineering input, research, conducting trials, and challenging the norm.
- Day-to-day the application of CAD design, close-form calculations, finite element analysis (FEA) and prototyping skills in order to realise various types of opto-mechanical systems and ensure optical performance across environments.
- Ensure opto-mechanical designs meet space-grade standards (e.g., MIL‑STD, ECSS), produce and maintain GD&T-controlled drawings, procedures, and Bills of Materials under formal configuration control.
- Perform part level simulations such as modal, static loads, thermal, and surface figure error
- Utilise a hands-on approach, be proactive and consistently help to progress product development in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Prototype building, testing, documenting and developing processes, and producing support documentation.
Who you are
- 0-2 years full-time (internships, labs, formula student/rocketry/composites club).
- B.Eng/M.Eng in Mechanical, Optical, Aerospace Engineering or relevant field
- Interest in the high tech, aerospace, or space sectors
- Comfortable with Excel (or Python/MATLAB) for data reduction; PLM/ERP exposure a plus.
- Basic understanding of engineering drawings production for both in-house and external manufacturing
- Comfortable with commercial CAD packages (SolidWorks, NX, or similar) and simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, Femap, Nastran).
- Detail-oriented, organized, safety-minded; strong written reports; eager to learn; collaborative with manufacturing, quality, and design.
Desirable Requirements/Technical Skills/Education:
- Exposure to space industry standards (ECSS/MIL-STD), CI/CD for mechanical releases, configuration control, and quality systems (ISO 9001 etc.)
- Knowledge of or keen interest in the space sector would be an advantage
- Experience with optics is a plus
- The ability to work under pressure and to meet required deadlines
- Problem-solving skills, solution focused and possess the ability to craft the appropriate approaches
- Ability to think analytically in a physics and engineering based problem space
- Interpersonal and team working skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Familiar with 3D printing of polymers and/or metals is advantageous
What's in it for you
Career Growth: Contribute to a world-class space-age communication program while developing your leadership skills in a state-of-the-art manufacturing environment
Collaboration: Work with talented professionals across disciplines to drive impactful solutions
Innovation: Be part of a team pioneering advancements in manufacturing engineering for cutting-edge FSO systems
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work schedules and a comprehensive benefits package
If you're ready to take your career to new heights and drive the future of space-age communication, apply now and join the MBRYONICS team as our Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer.
Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities
Core ethical values, diversity and inclusion are invaluable to MBRYONICS’ business success. We recognise that the broad perspectives that result from recruiting, developing and retaining a globally diverse workforce promotes innovation and helps us succeed as a business enterprise. It is the policy and practice of the Company to provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants. The Company will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, civil status, family status, disability, age, or membership of the Traveller community.
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What We Do
MBRYONICS designs, engineers, and manufactures optical payloads (optical communications and photonics) and optical ground stations for next generation extremely high throughput hybrid Optical/RF satellite systems, optical mesh networks, optical relays, and autonomous optical sensor networks for high precision space domain awareness. We specialise in both the design and MAIT of optical and photonics systems for industrialised series production. MBRYONICS is pioneering the use of and industrialisation of FreeForm optics and photonic integrated circuits for space systems, including inter-satellite communications, optical feeder links, intra-satellite communications (analogue/digital) and microwave photonics applications. We have nearly two decades of experience in research and development on some of the most challenging photonics and optics projects, finding cost effective solutions to new technical challenges. We regularly collaborate and consult with teams that need photonics and optics engineering, design and manufacturing AIT expertise, from early stage path finding to industrial production. Collaborating closely to identify the key problems and opportunities while bringing our years of experience to the table from a multidisciplinary team.
