Avionics Mechanical Engineer - Batteries (All levels)

Impulse Space • Redondo Beach, CA

43d • $130,000 - $165,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Battery Engineer (open to all levels), you will develop new lithium-ion battery packs for use in Impulse’s next generation space vehicles. You will have the opportunity to contribute to all phases of spacecraft development, from concept to full rate production as part of a fast-paced high reliability environment. (Leveling will be commensurate with experience).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related field
• Years of professional experience in battery development
• Familiarity with lithium‑ion battery qualification and safety standards (ie UN 38.3)
• Hands on experience troubleshooting electronics
• Ability to communicate technical challenges, explain rationale and/or resolve concerns

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience qualifying spacecraft products
• Experience with Siemens NX and Teamcenter
• Experience with Simcenter or ANSYS
• Experience with Altium Designer
• Experience designing harsh environment power electronics
• Experience designing electromechanical assemblies

Responsibilities

• Develop new lithium‑ion battery packs to meet mission requirements
• Own full product lifecycle
• Interface with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing and test teams
• Generate electrical, structural, and thermal models

Benefits

• stock options
• medical coverage
• vision coverage
• dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level