Mechanical Engineer – Electrothermal Group
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Job Location:
Natick, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Mechanical Engineer Electrothermal Group
Location: Busek Co. Inc.
Department: Electrothermal Propulsion
Position Summary
The Mechanical Engineer supports the design development and production of electrothermal propulsion hardware for aerospace applications. This role spans concept development through production support with a strong emphasis on precision mechanical design hardware integration and close collaboration with manufacturing and test teams.
Key Responsibilities
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) employment at Busek requires that applicants be one of the following:
Location: Busek Co. Inc.
Department: Electrothermal Propulsion
Position Summary
The Mechanical Engineer supports the design development and production of electrothermal propulsion hardware for aerospace applications. This role spans concept development through production support with a strong emphasis on precision mechanical design hardware integration and close collaboration with manufacturing and test teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for electrothermal propulsion systems
- Create and maintain engineering drawings models and specifications
- Support hands-on assembly integration and troubleshooting of propulsion hardware
- Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure designs are manufacturable repeatable and cost-effective
- Support thermal structural and mechanical analyses as required
- Support test planning execution and post-test evaluation
- Investigate and resolve mechanical issues nonconformances and design changes
- Participate in design reviews and configuration control activities
- Ensure designs comply with aerospace standards and internal quality requirements
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or related field)
- Strong mechanical design skills and understanding of precision assemblies
- Ability to read and create engineering drawings and GD&T
- Experience with CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks Creo or similar)
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
- Experience with aerospace propulsion vacuum systems or high-reliability hardware
- Experience with thermal or structural analysis tools
- Hands-on experience supporting assembly and test of flight or flight-like hardware
- Familiarity with AS9100 ISO or similar quality systems
- Experience working in prototype or low-rate production environments
- Ability to perform hands-on hardware work and fine motor tasks as required
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
- Health dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement savings plan (401k)
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative and innovative work environment
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space propulsion technology
- Hands-on involvement in advanced mechanical design and spaceflight hardware
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) employment at Busek requires that applicants be one of the following:
- A U.S. citizen
- A lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder)
- A refugee or an individual granted asylum in the U.S.
- Or eligible to receive the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Mechanical Design
- System Design
- FEA
- ASME Codes & Standards
- CAD
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Creo
- SolidWorks
- Mechanical Engineering
- Autocad
- HVAC Design
- Autodesk Inventor
About Company
Busek develops high performance space propulsion systems. We built the first flight US Hall thruster and we’re proud to provide thrusters for NASA’s Artemis mission.
