Senior Avionics Mechanical Engineer
4 weeks ago
At SpaceX, we are pushing the boundaries of space technology to make humanity a multi-planetary species. As a Senior Avionics Mechanical Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and developing the mechanical systems for our avionics systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own the mechanical design, analysis, and test of phased array antennas and their support structures from concept through on-orbit operation.
- Perform thermal, structural, and tolerance analysis using hand calculations and numerical simulation tools.
- Develop and execute qualification, acceptance, and life test plans, and perform root-cause analysis for thermal, shock, and vibration failures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop production processes and supply chain in parallel with design efforts.
- Develop and document processes for engineering tasks.
Requirements:
- 8+ years of 3D CAD experience.
- 5+ years of experience in high-performance electronics packaging.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with thermal, shock, and vibration testing.
- Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Proficiency with Unigraphics/NX.
- Proficiency with structural and thermal analysis tools.
- Proficiency with Femap and NASTRAN, Ansys, Thermal Desktop, or SINDA/FLUINT.
- Experience designing avionics for volume production, with a focus on design for manufacturability.
- Experience designing for CNC machining, casting, molding, and finishing processes.
- Experience selecting materials and finishing processes.
- Experience with reliability analysis and test methods.
- Experience as a technical or team lead.
Additional Requirements:
- Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
ITAR Requirements:
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department.
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