Launch Mechanical Engineer II - Launch Structures
Core
Designing end-to-end hardware for a world-class orbital launch site, including stages, payloads, ground systems, and launch/landing infrastructure.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (launch systems)
Builds
Launch site hardware, ground support equipment, and launch infrastructure
Domain
Aerospace, space launch, ground systems
Required skills
Full-cycle mechanical design, 3D CAD (NX, Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA), structural mechanics, engineering analysis (FEA), project management, hand calculations, collaboration with civil/fluids/test teams
Preferred skills
Aerospace standards (NASA, DoD, USAF), large structures/mechanisms, ANSYS/FEMAP/advanced NX, industry codes (AISC, ACI, AWS, ASTM, ASME, NFPA), GD&T
Technologies
NX, Nastran, ANSYS, FEMAP, CAD
Responsibilities
Conduct FEA analyses using Nastran and/or ANSYS, perform supporting hand calculations, coordinate with fabrication partners for hardware delivery, develop and review testing/operating procedures, collaborate with civil and fluids engineering teams
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC