Electric Propulsion Systems Engineer

2 weeks ago


Houghton, Michigan, United States Orbion Space Technology Full time
Job Title: Electric Propulsion Engineer

Orbion Space Technology is seeking a highly skilled Electric Propulsion Engineer to join our team in Houghton, MI. As a key member of our propulsion systems development team, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing electric propulsion devices, including Hall-effect thrusters and their associated components.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute complex tests, including in-vacuum hot-fire tests of electric propulsion devices
  • Create development and production test facilities
  • Develop and execute EP tests, including diagnostic and long-term qualification tests
  • Develop and refine test procedures
  • Acquire, process, and report on standard electric propulsion diagnostics
  • Participate in quality-control processes
  • Coordinate, direct, and assist in the maintenance of vacuum facilities
  • Assist in the design and development of new propulsion systems

Requirements:

  • Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a directly related degree
  • Experience with test software and hardware, such as data acquisition hardware, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.
  • Experience with data processing techniques and software
  • Demonstrated diligence in performing complex technical operations
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Demonstrated technical writing and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. or 6+ years of experience in electric propulsion
  • Experience with Hall-effect thrusters or hollow cathodes
  • Experience with EP diagnostics, such as millinewton thrust stands, Faraday probes, Langmuir probes, etc.
  • Experience in the operation and maintenance of vacuum equipment, including roughing pumps, turbopumps, cryopumps, standard vacuum fittings, pressure gauges, etc.
  • Experience with LabVIEW and Python

Benefits:

  • Competitive starting salary based on knowledge and experience
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Paid time off (vacation, paid holidays, sick days)
  • Life insurance
  • Contribution matching retirement plan
  • Employee stock ownership

Orbion Space Technology is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.



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