🚀 Challenge the Impossible
About Beyond Gravity
Beyond Gravity, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, is the first space company to combine a startup mindset, agility, speed and innovation with decades of experience and proven quality. Approximately 1800 employees at 12 locations in six countries (Switzerland, Sweden, Austria, USA, Finland and Portugal) 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 leading provider of selected satellite products and constellation solutions in the New Space sector. In 2024, the company generated a revenue of around CHF 359 million. More information at: www.beyondgravity.com
Your crew
Join a highly collaborative, cross-functional team at the heart of Beyond Gravity’s Satellites business. The team works closely with engineering, quality, procurement, suppliers and other functions to ensure reliable and cost-effective component solutions.
You will be part of an international and cross-functional environment where knowledge sharing, technical expertise and continuous improvement are highly valued. The role offers the opportunity to take ownership of technical topics, influence product decisions and work with colleagues across the organisation.
Your mission
- Select and evaluate EEE components and define appropriate analysis, testing methods and standards. Support the resolution of complex component-related issues.
- Provide technical expertise on EEE component properties, technologies and design requirements. Drive component improvements and changes and act as a technical escalation point.
- Define procurement specifications, screening strategies and incoming inspection requirements for EEE components.
- Monitor component availability, obsolescence and alerts. Lead obsolescence management and define appropriate countermeasures.
- Coordinate with suppliers on technical matters, escalations, audits and risk assessments. Support supplier selection and ensure compliance with technical requirements and delivery commitments.
- Lead component inspection planning and coordinate quality control activities with relevant teams.
- Lead cross-functional technical discussions and resolve integration issues across disciplines.
- Apply export control requirements and ensure compliance with ITAR, EAR, EU Dual-Use and related regulations. Maintain required documentation and support audits and regulatory inquiries.
- Provide technical input to bids, proposals, quotations and concept development. Assess technical risks and support the definition of feasible solutions.
- Act as a technical point of contact for products within the discipline. Drive improvements, standardization and cost-effective solutions throughout product development and introduction.
- Own the technical execution, budget and schedule of assigned tasks. Manage priorities, coordinate activities and support colleagues within the discipline.
- Lead technical decision-making and solve complex, high-impact problems. Apply sound engineering judgement while balancing technical, cost, schedule and business considerations. Mentor and challenge colleagues in problem solving.
Your story
Must’s:
- M. Sc. Electrical Engineering/Engineering Physics or corresponding relevant level of education/experience
- Space or Aerospace experience
- Professional in communication with both internal and external interfaces
- Profound knowledge of EEE components in the following fields:
- Understanding of the customer proposal process
- Understanding of radiation effects on electronic equipment
- Experience in component construction analysis
Nice to have’s:
- Knowledge of the space industry and market
- Collaborative and creative mindset
- Interested in the peripheral aspects of component engineering such as cost analysis and logistics
Why Beyond Gravity
- To work in a growing high technology company with career opportunities within the site or internationally.
- You will be a part of an engaged team with the ambition to innovate space!
- We offer a hybrid work situation, high flexibility and autonomy, and a great team to develop and have fun with!
🌌Are you ready for lift-off?
Our core values - Passionate, Together, and Curious - transform challenges into opportunities. Embark on a journey to transcend the ordinary with us. We‘re actively reviewing candidates and will promptly select the ideal fit for our team.
For questions regarding the position, please contact: Mats Söderholm | [email protected]
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact: Breno Silva | [email protected]
Beyond Gravity is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected categories.
Applications by e-mail cannot be considered. We do not accept dossiers from recruitment agencies for this position.
