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Mechanical Manufacturing Technician

As we move from engineering prototypes towards repeatable production, we are looking for a practical and detail-oriented Mechanical Manufacturing Technician to join our team in Tallinn.

  • Type: Full-time
  • Location: Tallinn, Estonia
  • Start: By agreement
  • Working arrangement: Onsite
  • Salary: €2,100–€3,000 gross per month, depending on experience and skills

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assemble mechanical components, subassemblies and complete products
  • Work according to technical drawings, assembly instructions and established procedures
  • Use hand tools, power tools, drills and other workshop equipment safely and accurately
  • Set up and operate manufacturing equipment used for prototyping and production
  • Operate a laser cutter and prepare or adjust suitable manufacturing files
  • Support CNC machining activities based on your existing skills and experience
  • Carry out basic measurements, inspections and functional checks
  • Participate in the testing of assembled products and components
  • Identify manufacturing or assembly issues and report them to the engineering team
  • Support troubleshooting, rework and corrective activities
  • Work with adhesives and materials such as epoxy when required
  • Record completed work, measurements, issues and test results accurately
  • Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in good condition
  • Provide practical feedback on assembly methods, manufacturing processes and work instructions

Requirements:

  • Vocational education in mechanics, machining, manufacturing technology or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • Previous practical experience in manufacturing, mechanical assembly, prototyping or an R&D workshop
  • Practical mechanical assembly skills
  • Ability to read and follow technical drawings, measurements and assembly instructions
  • Confidence using standard hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment
  • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and materials
  • Ability to recognise practical problems and ask for guidance when required
  • A careful, methodical and quality-focused approach
  • Ability to follow instructions and document completed work accurately
  • A reliable, responsible and safety-conscious attitude
  • Willingness and ability to learn new machines, tools and processes
  • Sufficient English to understand technical instructions and communicate with an international team

Strong practical experience may compensate for the absence of formal vocational education.

Desired skills

  • Experience operating CNC machines, particularly five-axis CNC equipment
  • Experience with CNC machine setup, G-code or CAM software
  • Experience using Fusion 360 or similar CAD/CAM software
  • Experience operating laser cutters and working with DXF or similar manufacturing files
  • Experience with drilling, milling, turning or other machining processes
  • Experience working with epoxy, adhesives or composite materials
  • Experience assembling precision mechanical or optical systems
  • Experience in prototype production, low-volume manufacturing or an R&D environment
  • Familiarity with inspection, measurement and production documentation
  • Experience in aerospace, defence, robotics, automotive or another quality-critical industry

Previous aerospace or space-industry experience is not required.

We offer

  • A monthly gross salary of €2,100–€3,000, depending on your experience and skills
  • Hands-on work with advanced space and optical communication technology
  • Close cooperation with mechanical, optical, electronics and manufacturing engineers
  • Training in the equipment and processes used in our workshop
  • The opportunity to develop your mechanical manufacturing and precision assembly skills
  • Varied work across assembly, machining, testing and production support
  • The opportunity to contribute to the development of our manufacturing capability as the company grows
  • A small international team where your work has a visible impact on the final product

Other Important Information

Our selection process is expected to include:

  • An initial interview to discuss your experience, motivation and practical skills
  • An onsite technical interview
  • A short practical assessment involving mechanical assembly or another workshop-related task

Please submit your CV together with a short introduction describing your relevant mechanical assembly, manufacturing or workshop experience to careers@golbriak.space

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

Golbriak Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

At Golbriak Space, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve some of the most complex engineering challenges. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role.