Mechanical Design Manager
Core
Leading a team of engineers in the design, development, integration, and test of critical stage fluids system hardware for a fully reusable launch vehicle.
Role type
Senior Mechanical Design Manager (Space Systems)
Builds
Reusable launch vehicle stage fluids systems (cryogenic propellant management, high pressure gas, reaction control, tank pressurization)
Domain
Aerospace / Space Transportation
Required skills
Mechanical design fundamentals (statics, dynamics, strength of materials), Design for manufacturing, Project management, Fabrication and assembly, NX, ANSYS, Python, Matlab, Excel
Preferred skills
Space vehicle design and qualification, Team leadership and mentorship
Technologies
NX, ANSYS, Python, Matlab, Excel
Responsibilities
Own the technical roadmap for stage fluids mechanical design, Lead execution of fluids designs from concept through release and vehicle-level operations, Create lasting technical standards and guides, Hire, grow, and mentor a team of mechanical design engineers, Provide technical coaching in structures, fluids, and design for manufacturing
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities