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Electric Propulsion Systems Engineer

1 month ago

Houghton, Michigan, United States Orbion Space Technology Full time
Job Description

Orbion Space Technology is seeking an Electric Propulsion Systems Engineer to contribute to the development and production of spacecraft propulsion devices such as Hall-effect thrusters and their associated components.

This position will involve developing research and production tests, processing the resulting data, communicating the results, and developing improved test infrastructure and automated test facilities for propulsion systems and spacecraft hardware.

The ideal candidate will have experience with electric propulsion systems, including Hall-effect thrusters, gridded ion thrusters, hollow cathodes, and relevant diagnostics, vacuum systems, and test software.

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, including 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
  • A solid understanding of applicable engineering principles, business practices, and experience working directly with hardware in the aerospace industry

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