Senior Mechanical Engineer

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      "text": "About the Role:",
      "content": "\n<li>Mechanical Lead for select Loft Missions</li>\n<li>Develop, maintain, and own mechanical analysis budgets</li>\n<li>Create and maintain detailed engineering drawings and 3D models using CAD software.</li>\n<li>Conduct inspections and reviews of engineering documents and hardware.</li>\n<li>Perform structural and thermal analysis of small payload components and spacecraft</li>\n<li>Oversight of spacecraft level structural and thermal analysis</li>\n<li>Develop, in collaboration with team members/customers, interface specifications, control documents and other design documents</li>\n<li>Generate test plans and procedures for structural and thermal verification activities</li>\n<li>Review and approve test environmental test reports</li>\n<li>Support the Assembly, Integration and Testing (AIT) of all stages of a space mission, including identification and procurement of appropriate <span data-highlighted=\"true\" data-vc=\"highlighted-text\"><span data-testid=\"definition-highlighter\">MGSE</span></span>.</li>\n<li>Work with suppliers, customers, and sub-contractors as mechanical point of contact to ensure successful mission execution.</li>\n<li>Define and document requirements, specifications, and interfaces.&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Work with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure successful mission execution</li>\n"
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      "text": "Must Haves:",
      "content": "\n<li>Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.</li>\n<li>5+ years of experience in spacecraft subsystems, payloads, and vehicle mechanical design and structural analysis.</li>\n<li>Detailed understanding of <span data-highlighted=\"true\" data-vc=\"highlighted-text\"><span data-testid=\"definition-highlighter\">GD&amp;T</span></span> and tolerance analysis.</li>\n<li>Proficiency with Solidworks or similar CAD software</li>\n<li>Pragmatic vibration testing experience (pre-test inputs, test oversight, data reduction, report generation).</li>\n<li>Spacecraft level <span data-highlighted=\"true\" data-vc=\"highlighted-text\"><span data-testid=\"definition-highlighter\">FEA</span></span> experience. Expert level knowledge of at least one solver and pre/post processor package and cursory knowledge of others (Femap, Patran, Nastran, <span data-highlighted=\"true\" data-vc=\"highlighted-text\"><span data-testid=\"definition-highlighter\">ANSYS</span></span>, etc).</li>\n<li>Concise analysis and test report generation</li>\n<li>Experience in small satellite assembly, integration, and test campaigns with an emphasis on vibration and thermal testing</li>\n<li>Ability to adapt to changing requirements and work in a fast-paced environment.</li>\n<li>Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.</li>\n<li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy</li>\n<li>Experience delivering a spacecraft to standards such as <span data-highlighted=\"true\" data-vc=\"highlighted-text\"><span data-testid=\"definition-highlighter\">ECSS</span></span> and NASA <span data-highlighted=\"true\" data-vc=\"highlighted-text\"><span data-testid=\"definition-highlighter\">GEVS</span></span></li>\n<li>Proficiency with Solidworks or similar CAD software</li>\n<li>Prepared to be challenged and sometimes work out of your comfort zone</li>\n<li>Able to be accountable, autonomous, and take full ownership of projects</li>\n"
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      "text": "Nice to Haves:",
      "content": "<div>\n<ul data-local-id=\"db225d1b-59ed-4624-987b-217a21fe3f4b\" data-indent-level=\"1\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\">\n<li>Ability to perform Craig Bampton (CB) model reduction for launch authorities.</li>\n<li>Experience with thermal/structural combined analysis modeling.</li>\n<li>Practical experience in assembly and integration of satellite hardware.</li>\n<li>Experience working in a customer facing role.</li>\n<li>Proven experience in optical payloads integration.</li>\n<li>Understanding of force-limited vibration and transfer functions</li>\n<li>End-to-end satellite mission experience</li>\n\n</ul></div>"
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      "text": "Some of our Awesome Benefits:",
      "content": "\n<li>100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance option for employees and dependents</li>\n<li>Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts offered with an employer contribution to the HSA</li>\n<li>100% employer paid Life, AD&amp;D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insurance</li>\n<li>Flexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave, and 12 paid holidays</li>\n<li>401(k) plan and equity options</li>\n<li>Daily catered lunches and snacks in office</li>\n<li>International exposure to our team in France</li>\n<li>Fully paid parental leave; 14 weeks for birthing parent and 10 weeks for non-birthing parent</li>\n<li>Carrot Fertility provides comprehensive, inclusive fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits with financial support</li>\n<li>Off-sites and many social events and celebrations</li>\n<li>Relocation assistance when applicable</li>\n"
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