About the Position

Senior Mechanical Test Engineer

Espoo, Finland

Why this role matters:

As a Senior Mechanical Test Engineer, you’ll ensure the structural integrity and readiness of ICEYE’s satellite systems by designing and executing critical mechanical testing campaigns that validate performance in demanding launch and space environments.

About the Company

ICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE’s world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy, day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits.

ICEYE is headquartered in Finland and operates globally across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We have more than 900 employees, united by a shared vision: improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and validate Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) for satellite testing
Design mechanical interfaces for vibration, shock, and environmental testing
Develop and optimize test jigs and fixtures for mechanical testing
Create and maintain manufacturing drawings and technical documentation
Plan, coordinate, execute and document vibration test campaigns for subsystems and full satellites
Perform and support finite element analysis to validate designs and test setups
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure test readiness and successful execution
Deliver end-to-end mechanical testing campaigns aligned with project requirements

Requirements

Must haves:
- MSc degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years of experience in MGSE design and mechanical testing environments
- Experience with vibration testing and mechanical validation of hardware
- Experience leading technical work or R&D projects
- Proficiency with CAD and PDM tools such as Autodesk Inventor and Vault or similar
- Experience with finite element analysis tools such as ANSYS, Nastran, or Hypermesh
- Ability to create and interpret manufacturing drawings
- Hands-on engineering mindset with ability to work both independently and in teams
Nice to haves:
- Experience in aerospace or satellite hardware development
- Manufacturing knowledge of machined components
- Hands-on experience in satellite assembly

We Offer

Competitive salary
Opportunity for professional growth and continuous development
A dynamic and inclusive work environment
Global impact with a mission to improve life on Earth

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.

We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us and we will do our best to help.

How We Work (Our Values)

Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.

Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the why behind decisions.
See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.
Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.
Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.
Have fun: What we do matters and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.

Application Process

Talent Attraction Introduction
Hiring Manager Alignment
Task Assignment
Technical Interview
Director Interview

Apply now to start your ICEYE journey and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com.

Senior Mechanical Test Engineer

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