Mechanical Engineer - Design
Mechanical Engineer - Design
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USD 113000 - 190000
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Job ID: 3272A
The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a Mid to SeniorLevel Mechanical Engineer to design analyze manufacture assemble and test flight hardware and ground support equipment. SDL supports a variety of missions including NASAs vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defenses aim to protect our nation on the ground in the air and in space. Our sensors satellites software systems and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions youve heard of and others that you havent. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Works with and may lead crossfunctional teams uses CAD software to produce 3D models of flight hardware and ground support equipment
- Creates part fabrication and assembly drawings
- Plans executes or directs hardware assembly including generating assembly planning kitting hardware for the build supporting assembly activities and documenting the build in accordance with SDLs quality management system
- Laboratory prototyping assembly and testing
- Boltedjoint analysis
- Basic thermal and structural analyses
- Detailed tolerance analysis
- Communicates effectively through written reports and presentations
- A BS in applicable technical field (e.g. mechanical engineering)
- At least 10years postgraduation engineering experience
- Strong proficiency in CAD design and drafting
- Proficiency with GD&T per ASME Y14.5
- Understanding of structural and thermal engineering principles
- Understanding of industry specifications fabrication techniques and processes
- Ability to run basic level analysis (thermal and/or structural)
- Experience writing technical plans and procedures
- Ability to communicate clearly with personnel of varying technical and professional backgrounds including building presentation slides
- Ability to generate plan schedule and coordinate fabrication of materials parts and assemblies through the fabrication cycle according to due dates to meet contractual requirements and program goals
- Must have or be able to obtain a DoD security clearance
- Must be a US citizen
- TS/SCI Clearance
- Proficiency with NX CAD software
- Experience with product lifecycle management software e.g. Teamcenter or SolidWorks PDM
- Experience designing for space environment
- Experience with mechanisms and kinematics
- Experience with composite materials
- Experience designing optical systems
Salary commensurate upon highest education and years of directly related experience.
- Level III Mechanical Engineer:
- Educational and Years of Experience Requirement: 1015 years and a BS or 813 years and a MS or 49 years and a PhD
- $113000$160000
- Level IV Mechanical Engineer:
- Educational and Years of Experience Requirement: 1518 years and a BS or 1316 years and a MS or 912 years and a PhD
- $140000$190000
*Why Join SDL
- SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.
At SDL we uphold a culture of respect collaboration empowerment and accountability. We listen with open minds seek to understand diverse perspectives and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge involving others and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership act with integrity and be accountable. Above all we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.
For questions assistance or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program please contact
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
