Materials & Processes Engineer
Beyond Gravity
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Job Description
About Beyond Gravity
Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, Beyond Gravity is not your typical space company. We're a unique blend of agility, speed, and innovation, fusing a start-up mindset with decades of industry expertise and a track record of 100% mission success. Our dynamic team of over 1700 professionals, spread across 13 locations in six countries, is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is technically feasible. We're not just building crucial products for the satellites and launchers industry, we’re helping to improve life on earth.
The Role of a Materials & Processes Engineer
The Materials & Processes Engineer is responsible for daily structures production support. The successful individual in this role is a creative, solutions-oriented engineer that takes ownership of manufacturing processes to drive world-class Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery performance into the business.
Your Mission
- Determine the materials and production processes for new launcher structures and other related space products
- Define manufacturing working instructions for composite structures and optimize existing ones
- Lead material characterizations and support the structural design of space structures
- Support production using existing processes and the introduction of new manufacturing processes. Solve problems associated with these processes
- Oversee the whole production process guiding the technicians
- Perform development tests, create and develop technical documentation, establish technical delivery specifications, and manufacturing procedures
- Negotiate with customers and suppliers on topics related to materials and production processes
- Assist during the proposal development process for new projects and opportunities (cost estimations, material and process choice).
Your Story
- B.S. in Materials Science / Engineering
- 3+ Years of directly related experience. Specialization in lightweight design or carbon fiber reinforced plastics is considered beneficial
- Previous experience in overseeing and coordinating production activities on the shop floor
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be a highly collaborative team player
- Must be able to develop working relationships across multiple cultures/locations
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Key skills/competency
- Materials Science
- Process Engineering
- Composite Structures
- Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastics
- Manufacturing Processes
- Lightweight Design
- Technical Documentation
- Supplier Negotiation
- Problem Solving
- Production Support
How to Get Hired at Beyond Gravity
- Research Beyond Gravity's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume strategically: Highlight experience in materials science, composite structures, and manufacturing process optimization.
- Showcase problem-solving aptitude: Prepare compelling examples demonstrating your ability to resolve complex production challenges.
- Emphasize collaborative communication: Beyond Gravity values team players; illustrate your cross-cultural communication and relationship-building skills.
- Understand aerospace product lifecycle: Familiarize yourself with their satellite and launcher industry contributions and product development.
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