Mission Critical Mechanisms Designer
1 week ago
The position of Mechanisms Engineer at Lumen Orbit is a pivotal role in the development of spacecraft mechanisms for our space-based data centers.
This hands-on role demands a dynamic and innovative individual with extensive skills in mechanical analysis and design. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying requirements, conducting mechanical analysis, and building multiple design iterations to develop innovative, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.
Main Responsibilities:- Design and Development:
- Identify and analyze requirements, conduct trade studies on mechanism design options, and apply First Principles Engineering Analysis to optimize mechanisms and systems for satellites.
- Create and iterate detailed CAD models, including mechanism architecture, material/lubrication selections, assembly processes, and test methods.
- Conduct classical and FEA analysis for all load conditions (static, dynamic, thermal, fatigue) to ensure adequate margins and reliability.
- Testing and Validation:
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans throughout development, incorporating variable isolation DOE and statistical analysis for long-term reliability assessments.
- Define qualification plans and identify acceptance testing methods for volume production.
- Produce complete design packages, including detailed drawings, analysis reports, BOMs, and assembly documentation.
- Optimization and Cost Management:
- Facilitate cost trades on multiple parallel configurations to balance cost, manufacturability, and design risk.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in an aerospace, defense, or automotive design/manufacturing environment in a hands-on engineering role.
- Experience designing and qualifying mechanisms driven by stepper or BLDC motors, springs, and HDRMs.
- Proficient in developing design models and drawings for production and analysis using CAD software.
- Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools for configuration management.
- Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production.
- Project management experience for technical projects.
- Expertise in materials selection for space applications.
- Experience working with very large lightweight deployable structures.
- Proficiency using Solidworks and Ansys for CAD and analysis.
Lumen Orbit offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- Mechanisms Engineer/Level I: $114,300 - $150,000 per year
- Mechanisms Engineer/Level II: $150,000 - $213,600 per year
- Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives.
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.
- Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
- Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.
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