About the Role
The Destinus engineering team is looking for a highly motivated and hands-on mechanical engineer capable of delivering jigs and tooling solutions as part of the research and development in the rocket motor department. In this role, you will design and develop equipment and machines for testing and production of our products. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience as a mechanical engineer with experience in industrialization projects, mechanical design and DFM with a demonstrated ability to take ownership during development and drive technical solutions.
Responsibilities
- Take the technical lead for the Jigs and Tools development
- Review product designs from a production point of view
- Understand and evaluate the production steps and the needed tools
- Research existing off-the-shelf components and combine them to a production solution
- Generate 3D CAD models, drawings, bills of material, and other related documentation required for production.
- Deliver technical documentation including any engineering calculations, analysis and assumptions required to substantiate your design decisions and solutions.
- Manage suppliers and manufacturers by addressing any technical questions and resolving any issues which may arise during the manufacturing process.
- Select standard parts, fasteners, equipment, and consumables following best practices and industry standards.
- Coach junior engineers and interns in jigs and tooling design, manufacturing and CAD.
- Participate in design reviews and technical discussions during different development stages.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, testing, and industrialization engineers, to ensure seamless integration and functionality of the components into the vehicle.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
- BSc. In Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering or a related discipline.
- Ideally, technical training as a mechanical designer/drafter, Toolmaker or Mechanic
- Min. 3 years of experience in mechanical engineering with close ties to jigs & tools for production
- Knowledge of machining, sheet metal, composites and assembly processes, and of metrology and inspection methods.
- Lean manufacturing knowledge is desirable.
- Experience with 3D printing for tooling is a plus.
- Experience with design of automated solutions, special machines or test benches is a benefit
- Ideally, experience in several different phases: design, build, integration, test, and operation.
- Good communication skills, proactive attitude, and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work to strict timescales as part of an integrated, multidisciplinary team and autonomously.
- The ability and willingness to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment.
- Willingness to travel to different Destinus sites in Switzerland (max. 20%)
- Fluency in English and German language is required.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, or a related discipline
- At least 3 years of mechanical engineering experience closely related to production jigs and tools
- Knowledge of machining, sheet metal, composites, assembly processes, metrology, and inspection methods
- Fluency in English and German
- Willingness to travel to Destinus sites in Switzerland, up to 20%
- Technical training as a mechanical designer/drafter, toolmaker, or mechanic
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing
- Experience with 3D printing for tooling
- Experience designing automated solutions, special machines, or test benches
- Experience across design, build, integration, test, and operation phases
- Good communication, proactive attitude, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work to strict timescales in multidisciplinary teams and autonomously
- Ability and willingness to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
What We Do
Destinus is a European aerospace and defense company that designs and manufactures autonomous flight systems, including drones, strike-effectors, and counter-drone systems. They utilize a vertically integrated model, handling design, airframe engineering, propulsion, and AI software in-house. Their mission focuses on advancing aerospace technology across the speed spectrum to enhance defense capabilities and global connectivity, with a particular emphasis on scalable strike and air defense systems for European and allied forces.
