Mechanical Engineer II, Space Systems

What you will do

Own one of several upgrade modules and drive from concept to completion
Tightly work with the NEXUS-1 spacecraft team to ensure the upgrade modules integrate smoothly to the spacecraft
Identify and analyze requirements, conceive and develop trade studies on mechanical systems.
Create and iterate detailed CAD models.
Create detailed 2D manufacturing drawings and perform tolerance stack-up analyses to ensure design intent.
Analyze structural integrity and performance of parts and assemblies using analytical methods and FEA tools.
Apply sound mechanical engineering principles to solve challenges involving load paths, stiffness, thermal effects, and vibration.
Participate in design reviews, failure mode analysis, and system-level integration.

$110K–$140K

a year

This base pay is below the median for hardware and robotics jobs in other US places with no level in the job title.

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Own one of several upgrade modules and drive from concept to completion
Tightly work with the NEXUS-1 spacecraft team to ensure the upgrade modules integrate smoothly to the spacecraft
Identify and analyze requirements, conceive and develop trade studies on mechanical systems.
Create and iterate detailed CAD models.
Create detailed 2D manufacturing drawings and perform tolerance stack-up analyses to ensure design intent.
Analyze structural integrity and performance of parts and assemblies using analytical methods and FEA tools.
Apply sound mechanical engineering principles to solve challenges involving load paths, stiffness, thermal effects, and vibration.
Participate in design reviews, failure mode analysis, and system-level integration.