Sr Mechanical Engineer
Sr Mechanical Engineer
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Job Description
Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital a leader in innovation manufacturing and operations in the satellite industry. We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions. We are a unique fastgrowing and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing building launching and operating stateoftheart satellites for advanced mission constellations.
Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Sr. Mechanical Engineer to join our growing team. Reporting to the Manager Mechanical Engineering the Sr. Mechanical Engineer will lead or contribute to all aspects of spacecraft mechanical design including spacecraft layout structural and thermal subsystem design mechanism design payload and launch vehicle integration through all stages of product lifecycle. The Sr. Mechanical Engineer will turn designs into reality via prototyping development testing and lowrate initial production.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct and lead small teams in the mechanical engineering design and development of spacecraft and spacecraft subsystems including flight hardware mechanisms and ground support equipment.
- Model spacecraft and ground support equipment mechanical parts cable harnesses and assemblies in accordance with industry best practices.
- Conduct vehicle and subsystem analysis using appropriate means including hand calculations finite element analysis and other relevant techniques to ensure design robustness early in the product lifecycle.
- Create and maintain comprehensive design documentation including drawings Bills of Material Interface Control Drawings Compliance Verification Matrices and Design Notebooks.
- Generate and present technical content in support of internal and external design reviews.
- In coordination with the Electrical Integration and Harness Manufacturing teams develop spacecraft electrical cabling solutions including connector selection bundle design routing retention and integration instructions.
- Contribute mechanical engineering expertise to refine production workflows assembly sequences and testing protocols ensuring efficient integration during the initial lowvolume production phase.
- Coordinate the of design and analysis activities of the mechanical electrical integration structural and thermal analysts to meet program milestones and schedule.
- Collaborate with design engineers manufacturing engineers automation engineers and production personnel on implementing design for manufacturing and assembly best practices.
- Review and approve engineering work of peers including design analysis drawings models schematics specifications test plans work instructions and operating procedures.
- Stay updated with advancements in technologies materials and manufacturing processes and apply this knowledge to enhance the design and performance of space vehicles.
- Contribute to Process Development and Continuous Improvement.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or equivalent discipline.
- 5 years of experience designing complex mechanical systems in space aerospace automotive or similar sector.
- Robust capability with SolidWorks Creo or similar CAD software.
- Proficient in the interpretation and application of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
- Handson experience with hardware manufacture inspection assembly and/or testing from a relevant industry.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and coordinate with various engineering disciplines.
- Experience conducting technical peer reviews and providing constructive feedback.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Experience interfacing with internal and external customers.
- Passion for space technology and a commitment to advancing the industry through innovative engineering solutions.
Additional Differentiators:
- M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
- Demonstrated product ownership across the product lifecycle.
- Experience in a production environment within the space/ aerospace industry.
- Ability to support the technical growth of the engineering team through mentoring initiatives.
Benefits
- 100 Companypaid comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents
- 401(k) Match
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Salary Range$125000$160000
Your actual level and base salary will be determined casebycase and may vary based on the jobrelated qualification knowledge skills education and experience. In addition to base salary we offer 100 covered medical dental and vision coverage a 401(k) match Flexible Time Off (FTO) covered life insurance maternity and paternity leave tuition reimbursement employee referrals and lots of swag!
About Terran Orbital
Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides endtoend satellite solutions by combining satellite design production launch planning mission operations and onorbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military civil and commercial customers. Learn more atwww.terranorbital
Work Environment
The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers and scanners.
Disclaimers
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)3 or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.
Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race color religion age national origin ancestry ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability genetic information or membership in any other group protected by federal state or local law.
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Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters employment agencies or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.
And in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter an employment agency or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter agency and/or firm.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
