Launch Engineer - Mechanical (GSE Mechanisms)
Core
Design, fabricate, test, and support operations for ground support equipment (GSE) mechanisms at a launch pad to enable high-cadence launches for a reusable launch vehicle.
Role type
Mechanical engineer (GSE mechanisms)
Builds
Launch pad mechanisms and ground support systems for reusable launch vehicles
Domain
Aerospace / Space launch operations
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
3D CAD design, FEM analysis, design for manufacturing, machining, welding, GD&T, hydraulics basics, mechanical industrial standards, real-time troubleshooting, short timeline execution
Preferred skills
Launch site experience, T-0 Release Devices, Space Force range requirements, P&IDs, Hydraulic Schematics
Technologies
NX, Teamcenter, Ansys, Femap
Responsibilities
Design, fabricate, test, and support operations for launch mechanisms; Coordinate fabrication, preparation, testing, and installation of GSE with technicians and vendors; Collaborate with vehicle engineers to establish requirements and interfaces; Work with other GSE disciplines for integrated design; Generate and maintain workflow documentation
Seniority
Mid-level IC