Mechanical & Deployable Systems Lead

NAXCON GmbH, located in the heart of Freiburg, is at the forefront of the German IT and engineering industry.

Our experts have extensive knowledge in software and hardware development, state-of-the-art electronics, and future-oriented technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality.

We are not only dedicated to project work for our customers, but also intensively pursue in-house innovation projects as well as research & development. Renowned companies from a wide range of German industries place their trust in us - demonstrating the outstanding expertise and commitment of our engineers.

Position: Mechanical & Deployable Systems Lead

Contract type: Direct

Job Location: Germany

Start Date: June 2026

Work type: Full Remote

Working Hours / week: 40 Hours/ Week

Language requirements: Full proficiency in English

Position overview:

The Mechanical & Deployable Systems Lead is responsible for the structural and mechanical design of the deployable antenna panels, including deployment mechanisms, stiffness validation, and thermo-elastic behavior assessment.

The role covers concept definition, detailed design, structural analysis, manufacturing support and participation in testing activities.

Tasks:

• Definition of deployable panel mechanical architecture
• Structural modelling and stiffness assessment
• Thermo-elastic behavior analysis
• Trade-off analysis between mass, stiffness and dimensional stability
• Deployment mechanism concept evaluation
• Mechanical interface definition
• Support to integration and verification activities
• Contribution to compliance matrix and technical reviews
• Act as the responsible engineer for structural and deployment aspects
• Interface with the RF and system engineering teams
• Contribute to risk assessment and mitigation
• Support design reviews and test validation activities

Requirements:

• Degree (BSc or MSc) in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Several years of experience in space structures, deployable mechanisms or satellite mechanical subsystems
• Participation in at least one satellite or space-related hardware development project
• Experience supporting qualification, acceptance or environmental testing activities is highly desirable
• Exposure to flight hardware or flight-adjacent hardware development is considered an asset
• Structural FEA tools (ANSYS, Nastran or equivalent)
• Basic understanding of thermal distortion in space environment
• Experience with lightweight structural design
• Knowledge of satellite mechanical integration constraints
• Familiarity with ECSS mechanical standards is desirable

What we offer:

Join a cosmopolitan and internationally mixed team: We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and cultures to contribute their unique perspectives and talents to our team.
Polish your German language skills: If you are looking to improve your German language skills, we offer a supportive environment where you can practice and develop your language abilities: whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker.
Benefit from a fixed contact person from the company: We understand the importance of having a reliable point of contact within the company. That's why we assign a dedicated contact person who will provide guidance and support throughout your employment with us.
Professional growth and development: With us, our engineers can immerse themselves in new industries or projects after just 1-2 years and actively transfer knowledge.
Enjoy regular team events with the company: We believe in the power of team building and fostering positive relationships within the workplace. That's why we organize regular team events to promote collaboration and strengthen our team bonds.
Competitive compensation package: At NAXCON, we believe that our engineers are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes a salary commensurate with experience and expertise.