Mechanical Engineer
Core
Design, evaluate, test, and build spacecraft parts, processes, and mechanical systems for high-orbit satellites.
Role type
Mechanical Engineer (Spacecraft Systems)
Builds
Primary structure, bracketry, mechanisms, and composite/metallic assemblies for Astranis spacecraft.
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Communications
Required skills
Mechanical design, Mechanical CAD, Mechanical analysis, Thermal analysis, Hands-on hardware development
Preferred skills
FEA, Composite structures, Vacuum environment design, Vibration environment design, Electromechanical design
Responsibilities
Design, evaluate, procure, assemble, and test primary structure, bracketry, and mechanisms; Develop requirements for components and systems including loads, interfaces, and functional requirements; Perform mechanical and thermal analysis for spacecraft systems; Integrate parts and systems into the spacecraft and document procedures to improve the build process.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC