Mechanical Engineer III - Design

Voyager Technologies, Inc.•Reno, NV

About The Position

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

Requirements

Four (4) to seven (7) years of mechanical engineering experience.
Bachelor of Science required in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
Must be able to travel approximately 10% of the time.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).

Nice To Haves

Rocket motor design and testing experience
Master of Science required in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
Current DoD Top Secret SCI Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Apply fundamental design principles, generate basic actuator designs, solve complex design challenges, analyze igniter performance, perform stress analysis, develop pressure vessel designs, and contribute to solid rocket motor systems.
Analyze performance, incorporate advanced control systems, and develop hot gas valves and thrusters
Perform trade challenges, analyze alternatives, and provide design recommendations.
Create intricate 2D or 3D designs, optimizing productivity through CAD commands and tools, producing precise technical drawings, and interpreting complex GD&T symbols.
Create 3D models and generate complex assemblies and technical drawings with precision.
Perform basic simulations using CFD software, interpret and analyze results, and apply basic engineering judgment.
Carry out complex structural analysis tasks, dynamic analysis models, thermal analysis, and tolerance analysis tasks.
Interpret results, validate them, optimize designs, and make informed decisions.
Analyze geometric features, datum reference frames, and functional tolerancing, providing recommendations for design modifications or manufacturing process improvements.
Analyze ceramic properties, evaluating rubber and phenolic insulators for thermal insulation, and contributing to the development of insulator systems.
Expertise in advanced metal properties, material characterization, and refractory metal processing techniques, enabling them to develop customized solutions and contribute to research and development of new alloys and technologies.
Strong understanding of basic design specifications for additive manufacturing, can perform complex mechanical assembly tasks, understands manufacturing tasks for carbon composites, can perform complex machining tasks, understands basic molding and casting tasks, and is able to complete complex manufacturing planning tasks.
Familiar with established procedures, can perform basic welding tasks, and can collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Proficient in handling complex communication scenarios, presentations, technical presentations, and writing tasks.
Adapt their style to different audiences, use advanced software, and manage challenging questions.
Excels in creating detailed technical reports and user manuals.
Comprehensive understanding of propellant chemistry, combustion mechanisms, grain configuration design, and the processes involved in formulating and manufacturing solid propellants.
Perform basic mass calculations, understands mass budgets, and contribute to mass reduction efforts.
Develop program plans, understand acquisition life cycles, and coordinate activities.
Foundational understanding of reliability and safety principles, advanced skills in requirements analysis, and comprehensive knowledge in risk management, leading activities, and developing tailored strategies.