Materials & Processes Engineer (all genders) 1 

We are mission critical 

Beyond Gravity, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, is the first startup to combine agility, speed and innovation with decades of experience and proven quality. Around 1600 employees at 12 locations in six countries (Switzerland, Sweden, Austria, Germany, USA and Finland) develop and manufacture products for satellites and launch vehicles with the goal of advancing humankind and enabling the exploration of the world and beyond. Beyond Gravity is the preferred supplier of structures for all types of launch vehicles and a leader in selected satellite products and for constellations in the New Space sector. Beyond Gravity also uses its space knowledge for applications outside of space technology: The high-precision products have already been used in the semiconductor industry for more than 20 years.

Your Responsibilities

• Selection, development, qualification and optimization of materials and manufacturing processes for individual parts, components and complete assemblies. Establishing of related manufacturing work instructions.
• Definition, planning, coordination, evaluation and documentation of development, characterization, verification and qualification tests for materials and manufacturing processes
• Support for engineering department (design/analysis/systems engineering) in terms of material and processes selection during product development. Support of procurement, production and quality during implementation of new processes and on nonconformance treatment.
• Proactive and independent monitoring of cost and schedule of the M&P tasks assigned
• Writing technical terms (in German and/or English) of delivery, procurement specifications and technical guidelines or inputs thereto
• Represent M&P during negotiations and reviews with customers and suppliers or subcontractors
• Support continuous improvements in all concerned manufacturing processes to deliver inline with customer quality, cost, and demand requirements

Your Profile

• Master’s degree in Material Science or Mechanical engineering and minimum 3 years’ experience in an equivalent field 
• Fluent in German (minimum level B2) is a must criterion (to establish production documentation in German)
• Profound knowledge of CFRP composite materials & processes, of metallic materials, surface treatments and adhesive bonding materials & processes
• Ability and flexibility in leading technical as well as managerial tasks 
• High commitment and initiative; systematic, diligent and independent way of working

What we offer

• Work in an international environment with global mindset and high-tech products that will fly into space
• A highly specialized and motivated team with a lot of know-how in a unique industry
• We live a hands-on mentality and take suggestions for improvement seriously
• Attractive employment conditions (contribution to public transport, trainings and development opportunities, full paid maternity/paternity leave and many more)
• Flexible and mobile working and at least 5 weeks of vacation with possibility to buy additional vacation

We do not accept dossiers from recruitment agencies for this position.

Your contact

Did we spark your interest in this exciting position? Then we look forward to receiving your online application.

Recruiter/HR Manager: Stefan Hunger |  https://beyondgravity.com