Mechanical Engineer, Space

Highlights

• Own space hardware design from concept generation through launch and production.
• Build prototypes and transition successful designs to flight hardware.
• Develop integrated systems for Space Domain Awareness and Space Control.

Ideal candidate

Hands-on mechanical engineer passionate about defending the U.S. who thrives owning ambiguous hardware problems end-to-end, simplifies designs from first principles, and loves building, testing, and iterating in the shop.

Requirements

• BS or higher degree in engineering or a hard science
• Experience in an immersive hands-on technical project
• CAD skills and ability to make high quality engineering drawings
• Hands-on fabrication and assembly skills with hand tools, mill, lathe
• Strong understanding of heat transfer, statics, solid mechanics, materials
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance