Overview:
Expleo is a global engineering, technology, and consulting partner helping businesses innovate, transform, and deliver high‑quality products and solutions. With expertise spanning aerospace, automotive, transportation, telecommunications, financial services, and life sciences, we support clients in solving complex engineering challenges while accelerating innovation. Our teams combine deep technical knowledge with a hands‑on mindset, working collaboratively to drive measurable impact and operational excellence.
We are looking for a Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) Engineer to design, validate, and support mechanical equipment used for the handling, integration, and testing of spacecraft.
The role covers the full MGSE lifecycle, from specification and design to manufacturing follow‑up, testing, and on‑site operational support during critical integration campaigns.
This position requires close collaboration with AIT teams, satellite system engineers, quality, safety, and suppliers, and involves regular on‑site presence, including cleanroom environments.
Responsibilities:
- Define specifications for Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE), including lifting devices, transport cradles, integration supports, and cleanroom‑specific mechanical tooling
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Perform preliminary CAD modelling of MGSE concepts
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Carry out mechanical calculations related to strength, stiffness, and tolerances
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Dimension equipment in compliance with applicable space standards (e.g. ESA, ECSS)
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Perform structural and stress analyses (e.g. FEM)
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Conduct load calculations, including critical lifting scenarios
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Verify mechanical interfaces between MGSE and spacecraft
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Prepare and maintain technical justification and analysis files
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Interface with external suppliers and subcontractors throughout the manufacturing process
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Review and validate manufacturing drawings
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Follow fabrication activities at workshop level
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Perform quality inspections, including dimensional and tolerance checks
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Plan and supervise MGSE load tests
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Perform functional verifications of equipment
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Validate MGSE under real operational conditions, including cleanroom environments
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Provide on‑site support during spacecraft integration campaigns
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Supervise critical operations such as lifting, rotation, and transport
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Ensure correct application of handling and safety procedures
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Write handling, safety, and operational procedures
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Ensure compliance with applicable space standards and requirements
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Participate in technical reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR, etc.)
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Work closely with satellite system engineers, AIT (Assembly, Integration & Test) teams, quality and safety departments, and external suppliers
Qualifications:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
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Experience in mechanical design and structural analysis
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Knowledge of mechanical calculations and FEM
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Experience in aerospace or space environments is a strong advantage
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Comfortable working on‑site, including cleanroom environments
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Strong awareness of safety, quality, and documentation requirements
Desired skills:
- Experience with MGSE or Ground Support Equipment
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Familiarity with ESA / ECSS standards
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CAD design experience (any major CAD tool)
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Experience with manufacturing follow‑up and supplier coordination
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Ability to work calmly during critical and safety‑sensitive operations
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Strong communication skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
What do I need before I apply:
- This position is open to candidates holding EU citizenship or valid EU work authorization.
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Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU without sponsorship.
