Electric Propulsion Systems Engineer

1 week ago

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

Orbion Space Technology is seeking a skilled Electric Propulsion Engineer to join our team in Houghton, MI. As an Electric Propulsion Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the development and production of spacecraft propulsion devices, including Hall-effect thrusters and their associated components.

Responsibilities:
  • 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:

Orbion Space Technology offers a competitive starting salary based on your knowledge and experience. In addition to the excitement of making monumental changes to the aerospace industry, employees enjoy a flexible work schedule, health insurance, prescription drug coverage, paid time off, life insurance, contribution matching retirement plan, and employee stock ownership. The position is full-time and located in Houghton, MI. Relocation assistance is available.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by state or local law.

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