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What are the working arrangements and expected duration for the Mechanical Technician role?

This position is a full-time, structured as a not disclosed role, with an expected duration of 3 months.

What educational background or degree level is required for the Mechanical Technician at DPhi Space?

Candidates are generally expected to be holding or pursuing the following degree levels: Bachelor.

Does DPhi Space provide visa sponsorship or assistance for international applicants?

Regarding visa assistance and sponsorship for this role, the official status is currently listed as: Not disclosed.

Mechanical Technician

DPhi Space

Found 2 months ago

Location

Lausanne, Switzerland

Duration (Months)

3 Months

Time

Full-time

Work Mode

Not disclosed

Salary

Not disclosed

Visa Help

Not disclosed

Last Verified

1 month ago

Education

Bachelor

Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

SolidWorks
CAD
FEM/FEA tools
Ansys

Soft Skills

Problem-solving mindset
Comfortable working in a small, fast-moving team and taking ownership of tasks.

Job Description

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 the use of 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. The exact scope will depend on your skills and interests.

Requirements

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.
Language: Fluency in English is a must (B2+, no certificate needed); 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, but not strictly required.

Mechanical Engineering

Design Engineering

Languages

English

Nice to Haves

French
Familiarity with FEM/FEA tools (Ansys or similar)
Previous experience (projects, student teams, internships) in aerospace, robotics, or hardware development

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