Mechanical Designer – Siemens NX

Project overview

For a demanding development project in aerospace engineering, we are looking for an experienced Mechanical Designer with a focus on Siemens NX.

The focus is on the development and design of mechanisms, fixtures, assembly, and handling systems for the integration and assembly of launch vehicles. You will oversee the entire development process – from the initial concept through detailed design to manufacturing, assembly, testing, and optimization.

Responsibilities

We expect:

Start Date: 01.12.2026

• Design of mechanisms, assembly fixtures, gauges, jigs, and handling equipment
• Development of fixtures for test, production, and launch facilities
• Design of alignment, positioning, and welding fixtures
• Development of test fixtures for vibration tests and mechanical verification tests
• Design of handling equipment (rotary devices, transport structures, lifting and load handling equipment)
• Application of structural mechanics principles and performance of mechanical calculations
• Collaboration with calculation engineers on FEA/FEM analyses
• Creation of technical drawings and design documentation
• Coordination with manufacturing, production, and purchasing
• Support during assembly, integration, and testing
• Completed degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a comparable field
• At least 3 years of practical design experience with Siemens NX
• Experience in mechanical design and structural design engineering
• Knowledge in sheet metal design, CNC parts, and welded structures
• Confident handling of technical drawings and tolerances
• Understanding of mechanical and structural mechanics fundamentals
• Ability for independent technical calculations
• Independent, structured, and solution-oriented way of working

Project details

Augsburg

• Start: 01.12.2026 (ASAP spätestens)
• Duration: 6 Monate
• Remote: remote
• Location: Augsburg, DE
• Languages: German