Mechanical Engineer, Propulsion

About the Company

Responsibilities

• ● Own and drive mechanical design and development of propulsion components and assemblies, overseeing the process from initial concept to low rate production.
• ● Lead technical efforts to define requirements, propose possible solutions, and establish a methodology for evaluating and verifying mechanical systems.
• ● Work in close partnership with other disciplines to ensure the electrical, software, and mechanical systems collectively form a reliable, flexible, cost-effective system.
• ● Spearhead design reviews, conduct analysis, visit vendors, prototype and implement hardware test plans.
• ● Actively contribute to the enhancement of team tools, templates, processes, and standards.
• ● Balance operational needs across engine subsystems while optimizing for performance, mass, manufacturability, and cost.
• ● Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed.
• ● Travel to test sites and vendors as needed.
• ● BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering
• ● 2+ years in a technical engineering role, or equivalent experience through student engineering teams (Formula SAE, Baja SAE, etc.), personal projects, or internships, demonstrating a high level of personal contribution
• ● Proven CAD skills and the ability to produce high-quality engineering models and drawings that comply with common industry standards.
• ● Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals in machine design, mechanisms, fluids, thermal, and structures
• ● Hands-on prototyping, fabrication, and assembly skills, including experience with shop tools, machining, and soldering
• ● Knowledge of manufacturing processes (CNC machining, 3D printing, castings, sheet metal, composites) and ability to design for manufacturability
• ● US Person status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled data.
• ● Hands-on experience with engine design, assembly, or testing (turbine, automotive, etc.)
• ● Solid understanding and application of GD&T, including tolerancing for high-speed rotating machinery
• ● Experience in NX/Teamcenter, including managing design releases from prototype to production
• ● Experience with Python, MATLAB, or similar tools for engineering analysis (structural, dynamic, CFD, etc.)
• ● Experience working with and integrating electromechanical components into mechanical designs, including motors, controllers, and sensors

Benefits

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