Mechanical Design Engineer (AIT)

Orbex Space
Full-time Forres, Scotland Engineers
Posted:
January 20, 2026
Location:
Forres, Scotland, United Kingdom

Job Description

Orbex are looking for Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Assembly Integration and Test (AIT) team, to support the design, analysis and manufacturing of our launch platform structure and ground system equipment.   This is an exciting role where you will be working with a team of experts to develop high-precision and high-performance components which will ultimately be launched into orbit.


This role will work closely with key team members across design, development, composites specialists, analysis and manufacturing to provide you with a varied set of tasks, learning from some of the best engineers in the industry .

  •   The Position    Responsibilities of the role will include but are not limited to:  Design and development of structural and mechanical components and assemblies for the launch vehicle and its supporting ground segment equipment (GSE), including assembly and test fixtures.  Evaluate design and ensure functionality, ...
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    Job Overview

    Job Type: Full-time
    Location: Forres, United Kingdom
    Posted: January 20, 2026
    Deadline: March 01, 2026