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Important Notice:
In compliance with U.S. Government Space Technology Export Regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, conditional residents, asylees, or refugees (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain necessary authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
At CesiumAstro, we are innovators and leaders in developing advanced communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and various space and airborne platforms.
We take pride in fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment that encourages learning, development, and engagement across our organization.
If you thrive in a hands-on, interactive, and autonomous setting, CesiumAstro is the ideal workplace for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.We are looking to add a Lead Mechanical Engineer I to our Mechanical Engineering team.
If you excel in your field, enjoy working in a startup atmosphere, and are enthusiastic about creating space hardware for cutting-edge communications satellites, we would love to hear from you.
In this role, you will oversee the mechanical design elements of Cesium phased array antennas, subsystems, and interfaces throughout all stages of the development process.
The ideal candidate will be adaptable and skilled in mechanical analysis, electronics packaging, computer-aided design (CAD), mechanical interfaces, thermal architecture, spacecraft propulsion, deployable and actuated structures, and environmental qualification of spacecraft antennas and payloads.
You will manage mechanical designs from concept to space flight, including requirements definition, architecture trades and block diagrams, analysis, manufacturing, testing, qualification, and in-orbit support.
The successful candidate will also present engineering design review materials to our clients and executive team, as well as contribute to proposal-writing efforts.
Therefore, excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university or institution. A minimum of 9 years of experience in space antenna and payload mechanical engineering, including electronics packaging, thermal, shock, vibration, stress dynamics, and cost considerations.
Proficiency with professional mechanical and FEA CAD tools, such as Ansys Mechanical, SolidWorks Simulation, and Thermal Desktop. Experience with CNC manufacturing and GD&T. Familiarity with advanced aerospace manufacturing and materials, including sandwich panels and carbon composites, or experience with high-reliability deployment mechanisms for space applications (including deployment, HDRMs, power delivery, etc.).
Expertise in detailed mechanical design (3D CAD, drawings, etc.) and experience designing and manufacturing mechanisms and mechanical actuators.
Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation techniques. Familiarity with satellite thermal architectures, including heat pipes, phase change materials, contact resistance, and surface finishes, as well as a fundamental understanding of orbital thermal control in a LEO environment.
Familiarity with launch and LEO environments (thermal, shock, vibe, radiation, etc.). Understanding of design for test, manufacturability, assembly, and reliability. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Proficiency in Python, C++, or other programming languages.
Experience with large, deployable antenna arrays that drive your vision for the next generation of on-orbit communications and sensor arrays.
Robotics and control systems experience is a plus.Experience with PCBA.
Compensation ranges from $135,000 to $165,000 annually. CesiumAstro considers various factors when extending an offer, including the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.
Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a comprehensive benefits package featuring health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
