Mechatronics System Engineer / Mechatronics System Engineeress

System Engineer Mechatronics (All Genders)

Challenge the Impossible

About Beyond Gravity

Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, Beyond Gravity is not your typical space company. We're a unique blend of agility, speed, and innovation, fusing a start-up mindset with decades of industry expertise and a track record of 100% mission success. Our dynamic team of over 1,700 professionals, spread across 13 locations in six countries, is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is technically feasible. We're not just building crucial products for the satellites and launchers industry; we're helping to improve life on Earth.

Your Crew

You'll be part of BG's Spacecraft Mechatronics System Engineering team, composed of 10 engineers, as well as our broader Zurich-based engineering department that includes skilled design engineers, analysts, electrical engineers, test engineers, and materials and process engineers. We are a multidisciplinary, intercultural, energetic, and goal-oriented team working tirelessly to deliver the most competitive spacecraft products for the European and worldwide space markets. Together, we are committed to advancing space exploration technology for large ESA and NASA missions. Join us to learn from top experts, contribute your innovative ideas, and help us grow—go Beyond!

Your Mission

• Be the technical responsible for one of our mechatronic spacecraft systems, ranging from recurring products for large satellite constellations (such as solar array drives, antenna pointing mechanisms, or dampers) to new developments for state-of-the-art space exploration.
• Lead a technical project team of highly skilled experts from analysis, testing, electrical engineering, design, materials, and processes.
• Collaborate with the project team to assess customer needs, generate ideas, optimize solutions, and solve problems to create value for our customers by delivering on quality, time, and cost.
• Prepare component specifications and liaise with our suppliers.
• Coordinate design and analysis activities while also conducting engineering work personally.
• Support production and test activities, and evaluate test results.
• Establish and review complex technical documentation and data packs.
• Support and negotiate with customers in regular technical meetings and reviews.

Your Story

You possess a MSc or equivalent degree, preferably in Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, with at least 3 years of relevant job experience in mechatronics engineering for demanding applications such as aerospace, vacuum, scientific instruments, or MedTech.

• Generalist: Comfortable working with equations as well as engaging with people.
• Hands-on Mentality: You have transformed designs into hardware and have overcome production and test challenges.
• Operational Drive: Proven ability to deliver efficiently in an industrial operations setting, with a strong focus on cost, schedule, quality, and regulated processes.
• Able to work under temporary phases of high schedule pressure while fostering a productive and enjoyable atmosphere.

In-depth knowledge of spacecraft components (especially motors, gears, bearings) and relevant standards, system engineering methods, data analysis, and environmental testing is an asset. Our working language is English, and knowledge of German is beneficial.

Why Beyond Gravity

• Work in an international environment with a global mindset and high-tech products that will fly into space.
• Join a highly specialized and motivated team with extensive knowledge in a unique industry.
• Experience a hands-on mentality with a commitment to improvement suggestions.
• Enjoy attractive employment conditions, including contributions to public transport, training and development opportunities, full paid maternity/paternity leave, and many more.
• Benefit from flexible and mobile working conditions, with at least 5 weeks of vacation and the possibility to purchase additional time off.

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. Propel your career to new heights by applying online using the form below before 01/10/2026. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Contact Us

For questions regarding the position, please contact:
Philipp Oettershagen | +41 434 349 131 | philipp.oettershagen@beyondgravity.com

For inquiries regarding the recruitment process, please reach out to:
Stefan Hunger | stefan.hunger@beyondgravity.com

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.