Principal Design Engineer
Core
Design, analyze, implement, and test complex electro-mechanical systems for spacecraft and space systems, including optical systems, batteries, mechanisms, and control systems.
Role type
Principal Design Engineer (Spacecraft Systems)
Builds
Spacecraft, space systems, and core technologies for the Space Special Programs team
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Space Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical design, mechanism design, system design, 3-D CAD, electro-mechanical system design, prototyping, testing, performance characterization, vendor management, first principles engineering
Preferred skills
machining, MGSE design, electrical engineering tools usage, classified environment experience
Technologies
3-D CAD, electro-mechanical systems, optical systems, batteries, mechanisms, control systems
Responsibilities
Execute rapid evaluation of engineering concepts, create solutions for blue-sky engineering problems, design and test complex electro-mechanical systems, maintain high level system ownership, participate in design reviews and test campaigns, build prototypes and transition projects to production, mentor engineers, support critical hardware demonstrations, travel to test sites
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic influence and mentorship