Mechanical Design Engineer (Space/Satellite)

Mechanical Design Engineer - Space & Satellite Industry Contract, Hybrid / remote - Outside IR35 UK - South Leading spacecraft / satellite industry manufacturer and service provider are seeking an interim, freelance Mechanical Designer to support burgeoning project portfolio. Tasks may include: * Own end-to-end mechanical design and documentation for space hardware, payloads, and MGSE * Produce precise CAD models, assembly drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation. * Provide pragmatic engineering input during design reviews and risk assessments. * Hands-on support for prototyping, assembly, AIT, and mechanical testing. Experience Required: * 5+ years of practical experience developing complex mechanical structures or mechanisms in aerospace, space hardware, precision mechanics, or a similar field. * Must have space industry experience * Strong CAD skills, with detailed design, assemblies, and production drawings. * Strong track record of working on mechanisms / delivering mechanisms for space * Good understanding of manufacturability, tolerances, materials, fasteners, interfaces, and assembly constraints. * Hands-on, pragmatic problem solver who can quickly understand existing designs and work independently. Nice to have: * Experience with satellite hardware, mechanisms, vibration testing, MGSE, AIT, or engineering change processes. For a full Consultation, please apply today with your most recent CV and up to date contact information attached