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Mechanical Technician

DPhi Space· Mechanical Engineering
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Lausannefull-timePosted 6mo ago

About the role

Design and develop spacecraft structures and components, contribute to CAD modeling and prototyping, assembly, testing, and manufacturing for space missions.

Responsibilities

  • Design spacecraft structures and subcomponents to meet mission and payload requirements.
  • Contribute and take ownership of CAD modelling, detailed design, and drafting (e.g., machined parts, brackets, panels, assemblies) with SolidWorks.
  • Rapid prototyping from concept to empirical validation.
  • Assembly, integration, and testing of prototypes, systems, and subsystems.
  • Help prepare manufacturing packages (drawings, BOMs, machining notes) and interact with suppliers when needed.

Qualifications

  • CFC, HS, or a similar formation focusing on mechanical design.
  • Strong practical skills in CAD (ideally SolidWorks): ability to build clean, parametric parts and assemblies efficiently.
  • Interest in spacecraft design techniques and the space industry.
  • Comfortable working in a small, fast-moving team and taking ownership of tasks.
  • Problem-solving mindset and ability to work with evolving constraints and partial information.
  • Hands-on experience in handling and assembling hardware.
  • Fluent in English (B2+); French is an asset.
  • Familiarity with FEM/FEA tools (Ansys or similar) is a plus.
  • Previous experience (projects, student teams, internships) in aerospace, robotics, or hardware development is a strong plus.

Skills

Required:CAD Modeling (SolidWorks)Hardware Assembly and HandlingProblem-solving and AdaptabilityLanguages - English
Nice to have:Spacecraft Design TechniquesFEM/FEA Tools (e.g., Ansys)

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours.
  • Dynamic, friendly, innovative, and multicultural working environment.
  • Team social events.
  • Startup environment with flexible and innovative work culture.
  • Fast design cycles for rapid development.
  • Option of joining as a full-time employee after internship.
Last updated Apr 7, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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Space servers to host hardware and software

OMNISAT satellites with compute servers onboard to host hardware and software applications in orbit.

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