Electromechanical Engineer

Electromechanical Engineer ESA - European Space Agency Noordwijk National A2/A4 - Grade band level Speaks English, French Application deadline: April 09, 2026 Closed Apply Summary by Impactpool The Electromechanical Engineer will work within the Test Facilities and Laboratories Section at ESA/ESTEC, focusing on the management and evolution of test facilities for space applications. Responsibilities include planning and implementing new test facilities, upgrading existing ones, and improving test methods. The role requires coordination of installation and maintenance activities, as well as supporting ESA projects related to testing. A master's degree in engineering and relevant experience in quality management and project management are essential. Candidate Requirements: Master's degree in engineering Experience in environmental testing for space applications Knowledge of mechanical test facilities Experience in maintaining technical infrastructure Hands-on laboratory experience Experience in quality management systems Familiarity with SharePoint and Teams Knowledge of procurement processes Project management skills Electromechanical Engineer Job Requisition ID: 20379 Date Posted: 19 March 2026 Closing Date: 9 April 2026 23:59 CET/CEST Publication: Internal & External Type of Appointment : 4 years, extendable to indefinite Directorate: Technology, Engineering and Quality Workplace: Noordwijk, NL Grade Band : A2 - A4 Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands Description Electromechanical Engineer, Test Facilities and Laboratories Section, TEC Test Facilities and Infrastructure Office, Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality (TEC). The Test Facilities and Laboratories Section manages the facilities of the ESA/ESTEC Test Centre (test facilities and test methods development and modification) and provides expertise on environmental testing. In addition, technological research and development activities in the above engineering fields are also carried out in the Section Duties You will report to the Head of the Test Facilities and Laboratories Section and to the Head of the TEC Test Facilities and Infrastructure Office and will contribute to the efficient management and evolution of the test facilities in the Space Test Centre. Your main duties will include: planning, developing and implementing new test facilities to support the evolution of space test requirements; planning, developing and implementing upgrades to existing facilities to improve performance and productivity; coordinating and supervising the installation, assembly and acceptance activities conducted in the test facilities; improving existing test methods and developing new ones with respect to technical performance, productivity, reliability and measurement quality; assessing existing test facility operations with respect to safety, cost effectiveness and performance, and assessing customer requirements to recommend modifications for upgrading and replacing hardware and/or software; supervising and supporting the maintenance, calibration and repair activities performed by the Test Centre contractors; supporting the other sections of the TEC Test Facilities and Infrastructure Office as required; supporting ESA projects for testing related activities and assessments as required. Technical competencies Knowledge of environmental testing for space applications Knowledge about mechanical test facilities for space testing (e.g. shaker, acoustic facilities, microvibration measurement facilities, or mass properties measurement facilities) Good experience in maintaining and operating technical infrastructure Hands-on laboratory experience Behavioural competencies Result Orientation Operational Efficiency Fostering Cooperation Relationship Management Continuous Improvement Forward Thinking For more information, please refer to ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook Education A master's degree in an engineering discipline in the TEC engineering and testing laboratory domain is required for this post. Additional requirements good experience in quality management systems and certification; good experience in SharePoint, Teams and laboratory management IT tools; knowledge of procurement processes and service-based procurement; project management skills and experience. Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. At the Agency we value diversity, and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us via email at contact.human.resources@esa.int . Important Information and Disclaimer In principle, recruitment will be within the advertised grade band (A2-A4). However, if the selected candidate has less than four years of relevant professional experience following the completion of the master’s degree, the position may be filled at A1 level. Applicants must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware which is subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations & eligible to acquire the security clearance by their national security administrations. During the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests. Additionally, successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, which will be conducted by an external background screening service, in compliance with the European Space Agency's security procedures. 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