Lead Structural Analysis Engineer – Space Hardware

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. Lead and mentor a team of at least six Structural Analysis Engineers .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeMunich • GermanySenior💰 €80,000 - €120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in structural analysis and finite element modeling for space hardware, with a strong focus on compliance with ESA/ECSS standards and leadership in engineering teams. Proficient in advanced simulation methodologies and programming for automation in engineering workflows.

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Structural Analysis ExperienceFEMAP ExpertiseNASTRAN ExpertiseEngineering LeadershipESA/ECSS Compliance

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Hard Skills

Finite Element AnalysisStructural AnalysisThermal AnalysisNon-linear Finite Element AnalysisComposite StructuresPython ProgrammingMATLAB ProgrammingFORTRAN ProgrammingAutomation SkillsSimulation Methodologies

Soft Skills

LeadershipProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

FEMAPNASTRANANSYS APDLANSYS Workbench

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree in Structural EngineeringPhD in Mechanical EngineeringPhD in Aerospace Engineering

Industry Keywords

European Space IndustrySpacecraft ComponentsStructural Verification StandardsLaunch Load Case AnalysisIn-Orbit Load Case AnalysisQualification Load Case Analysis

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and mentor a team of at least six Structural Analysis Engineers
Develop, validate and optimise complex finite element models for space hardware
Perform structural and thermal analyses, including static, dynamic and coupled simulations using FEMAP/NASTRAN
Support launch, in-orbit and qualification load case analyses
Collaborate with systems, design, manufacturing and engineering teams
Prepare and review technical reports, structural verification documentation and calculation reports
Ensure compliance with relevant ESA/ECSS structural verification standards
Continuously improve simulation methodologies, automation scripts and engineering workflows

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 10 years of structural analysis experience within the European space industry
At least 6 years of hands-on experience analysing structural hardware for space programmes, such as satellites or spacecraft components
At least 3 years of engineering leadership experience, ideally managing teams of five or more engineers
Strong expertise in FEMAP and NASTRAN
Extensive experience with structural and thermal analysis of spacecraft hardware
Solid knowledge of ESA/ECSS structural verification standards
Master's degree or PhD in Structural, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Excellent English communication skills
Strong leadership, problem-solving and communication abilities
ANSYS APDL / Workbench experience
Non-linear finite element analysis experience
Composite structures experience
Python, MATLAB or FORTRAN programming and automation skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Additional discretionary performance bonus, potentially paid up to twice per year
Flexible working hours
Hybrid working arrangements
Modern working environment near Munich
Long-term career development within a specialist technology business
Opportunity to work on real European space programmes and hardware with visible technical impact
Leadership position with influence over engineering decisions and project delivery
International, highly skilled engineering team