Develop and iterate on designs and analysis to support system-level trade studies
Produce design documentation — drawings, tolerance analyses, structural and thermal analyses, and test plans — at a level of detail that drives qualification and production without ambiguity
Design for structural and mechanical load environments — static strength, random vibration, shock, and thermal-mechanical extremes — ensuring hardware meets requirements without over-mass or over-constraint
Support mechanical interface definition — load paths, bracket design, harness routing, fluid line support — in partnership with systems, avionics, thermal, and satellite structure teams
Apply DFMA practices to minimize part counts, reduce fastener counts, and optimize assembly sequences for a high-rate production environment
Plan and execute mechanical tests, performance characterization, and environmental testing to validate analytical models and demonstrate compliance
Perform root cause investigations for hardware failures and non-conformances; drive corrective action through closure
Work cross-functionally with experts in plasma physics, avionics, thermal, structures, and materials across the full product lifecycle
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or an equivalent field
3+ years of technical engineering experience
Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or related discipline
Hands-on experience designing, building, and testing aerospace hardware
Experience with GD&T and tolerance analysis on multi-component assemblies
Experience with structural or thermal finite element analysis (Nastran, Abaqus, Ansys, or equivalent)
Experience with manufacturing processes (CNC, welding, castings, additive) and fundamentals of DFMA
Experience with pressurized fluid component design or testing (valves, regulators, tubing)
Familiarity with electric propulsion systems such as Hall effect thrusters or ion engines
Proficiency with scripting (Python, MATLAB, or equivalent) for analysis and data visualization
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USA, WA, REDMOND - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually
