Mechanical Engineer II - Test

Voyager Technologies•Reno, NV

21h

About The Position

Voyager Technologies is hiring a Mechanical Engineer II - Test to support defense, national security, and space technology programs. The role covers component and subsystem integration, data acquisition and analysis, measurement instrument operation and calibration, and test plan development for complex systems. It also involves mechanical design, drafting and modeling, engineering analysis, systems engineering, communications, and project management activities. The position requires 0–2 years of mechanical engineering experience and the ability to travel approximately 10% of the time. The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level, which requires U.S. citizenship. Applicants must also meet applicable U.S. export-control requirements. The stated Nevada pay range is $108,800–$155,300 USD; actual compensation may vary based on factors including location, experience, and performance.

Requirements

0–2 years of mechanical engineering experience.
Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level; the posting states this requires U.S. citizenship.
Must be a U.S. Person and eligible to obtain required export authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Rocket motor design and testing experience.
Current DoD Top Secret SCI Security Clearance.
Master of Science in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

Integrate components and subsystems, acquire and clean data, conduct statistical analysis and hypothesis testing, and operate measurement instruments.
Set up and operate measurement instruments, perform calibrations, and develop comprehensive test plans for complex systems, including risk assessments and resource allocation.
Prepare and deliver presentations, technical presentations, technical reports, and user manuals, adapting communication to different audiences.
Apply design principles to actuator designs and complex design challenges; analyze igniter performance; perform stress analysis; develop pressure vessel designs; and contribute to solid rocket motor systems.
Analyze system performance, incorporate advanced control systems, and develop hot gas valves and thrusters.
Conduct design trade studies, evaluate alternatives, and provide design recommendations.
Create 2D and 3D designs, models, assemblies, and precise technical drawings using CAD tools; interpret complex GD&T symbols.
Perform CFD simulations, structural and dynamic analysis, thermal analysis, tolerance analysis, and geometric and functional tolerancing assessments; interpret and validate results and recommend design or manufacturing improvements.
Develop program plans, coordinate activities, analyze requirements, and contribute to risk, reliability, and safety activities.
Lead small teams, manage schedules, develop procurement strategies, evaluate vendors, analyze supplier performance, and support contract management.