Our client, an agile space company dedicated to US National Security is looking for a Senior Spacecraft Mechanica Engineer. Key qualifications include, 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in mechanical design, structural analysis and/or thermal design/analysis for spacecraft systems. A Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field is required. A TS clearance is required for this role.
location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
job type: Permanent
salary: $130,000 - 135,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Perform detailed structural analysis, which includes thermal, static and fatigue analysis to ensure all spacecraft components survive launch and orbital environments.
- Lead the end-to-end design and integration of mechanical subsystems.
- Translate mission needs into technical engineering specifications while verifying compliance through analysis and testing.
- Evaluate and select materials to balance structural durability, thermal stability, and mass/weight constraints.
- Design and oversee environmental testing which will include vibration, shock, and thermal vacuum (TVAC)
qualifications:
Spacecraft Design & Analysis Track Record: Demonstrated experience successfully executing design, static/dynamic structural analysis, and thermal system design for spacecraft operating in an orbital environment.
Engineering Software Proficiency: Expertise using CAD tools, finite element tools, structural analysis tools, and thermal design software (specifically SolidWorks and ANSYS preferred).
Design for Spaceflight Considerations: Experience designing spacecraft with practical considerations for manufacturability, testability, mass distribution, and launch/space environment survivability.
Security Clearance Eligibility: Must have the ability to qualify for and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
