Robotic Arm Responsible Engineer

2 months ago


Hawthorne, United States Astrolab Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescriptionVenturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.   

The Astrolab design team works collaboratively to design, develop and implement exceptional engineering solutions to enable off planet exploration. As the Robotic Arm RE within that team, you will be responsible for the design, development, test, flight, and operation of novel structures and actuators critical to the Astrolab lunar rover’s robotic arm. 
What you'll do:
  • Collaborate with the engineering design team to understand the mechanical needs of the Astrolab rover’s robotic arm, leveraging experience to contribute to the evolution of the design  
  • Design and analysis of mechanical systems at the full system and sub system level using software simulation methods and experimental test data  
  • Define component requirements, understand lunar operational constraints and effectively communicate these within the team  
  • Make flight hardware selection decisions and develop the build flow for integrating this hardware into the vehicle for flight  
  • Develop test plans to validate and qualify mechanical subsystems for flight, coordinating with both in-house and external test facilities to execute testing  

What you'll bring:
  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or STEM field and 5+ years of engineering experience 
  • Flight hardware experience 
  • Experience in robotic arm system engineering  
  • Experience in the engineering of structures, mechanisms, and actuators 
  • Experience using CAD software for part modeling, analysis, and development  
  • Experience in design for manufacturing and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing of parts 
  • Master’s degree in engineering  
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment 
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment with engineers, technicians, and leadership 
  • Experience with multi modal caging systems (launch and traverse) for multi-DOF mechanisms  
  • Knowledge of serial chain kinematics, dynamics, and manipulator Jacobian analysis 
  • Experience with workspace analysis/simulation, force vector  
  • Knowledge of robotic motor control 
  • Ability to mentor and develop more junior mechanical engineers to build an effective design team 

Benefits and Perks
  • Work with a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
  • Ownership in the company
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Flexible time off and parental leave
  • On-site snacks, beverages, and 2x weekly lunches
  • Flexible work environment


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