About the job

Orbex, a leading micro-launch company with headquarters in Forres, Scotland, and a Danish site in Copenhagen, is seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to drive the development of turbomachinery components for propulsion systems in their Prime and Proxima launch vehicles. Based in Copenhagen, Denmark, this full-time role is ideal for candidates with extensive experience in mechanical design of turbopumps, turbomachinery, or rotodynamic components for aerospace or space applications. The selected candidate will be responsible for end-to-end design, from concept to flight-ready hardware, including detailed CAD design, GD&T, structural and fluid dynamic analysis, integration of rotating machinery, mentoring junior engineers, and leading the technical execution of turbopump projects. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, over 10 years of hands-on mechanical design experience, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks or CATIA), and familiarity with additive manufacturing and industry standards like ECSS or NASA-STD. Desirable qualifications include a master’s degree, experience with cryogenic fluid systems, and expertise in rotating machinery design and qualification testing. This on-site role demands strong initiative, collaboration, and adaptability within a high-paced startup culture. As Orbex prepares to be one of Europe’s first operational micro-launch companies, the company promotes environmentally sustainable rocket technology and reusability innovations. Candidates must be UK or European citizens or from MTCR signatory countries and may undergo BPSS security checks. Benefits include a competitive salary, 30 days paid vacation, family leave, life insurance, relocation assistance with visa sponsorship, and one month of paid accommodation upon relocation.