Mechanical Engineer III - Tank Development Lead

Quantum Space•Rockville, MD

6d•$125,000 - $175,000

About The Position

Quantum Space is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead design, development, integration, and testing of flight hardware for its Propulsion Tanks Team. The role owns mechanical components and subsystems across the full hardware development lifecycle, from requirements definition and detailed design through manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing. The engineer will develop propulsion tank hardware that meets technical, structural, and mission requirements, collaborating with mechanical and propulsion engineering, assembly, integration and test (AIT), manufacturing, and supplier teams. The position is based in Rockville, Maryland, or Hawthorne, California. Applicants must meet U.S. Government space technology export-control eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
At least 7 years of relevant experience with aerospace or space hardware development.
Proficiency in Creo and working knowledge of Windchill or a similar PLM system.
Familiarity with propulsion system component design, fabrication, and qualification.
Familiarity with aerospace pressure vessels and qualification.
Strong GD&T fundamentals (ASME Y14.5) and drawing-package quality discipline.
Experience supporting hardware through build and test cycles, not only design work.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

Spacecraft and/or launch vehicle integration exposure, including mass properties, alignment, configuration capture, and as-built management.
Knowledge of various FEA tools and structural testing methods.
Experience with various weld types and applications, such as TIG, laser, and friction stir welding.

Responsibilities

Own mechanical components and subsystems end-to-end, including requirements, design, coordination of analysis, release, and integration support.
Develop CAD models and drawings in Creo; apply GD&T and define inspectable requirements.
Drive interface closure, including envelopes and keep-outs, fastener patterns, datums, alignment needs, and harness and thermal accommodations.
Support spacecraft build and integration through issue triage, rapid root-cause collaboration, and corrective design updates.
Develop and execute verification plans, including functional checks, fit checks, environmental test preparation support, and acceptance or qualification evidence generation.
Support PDR/CDR design reviews, test readiness reviews, and configuration boards with clear technical content.
Coordinate with suppliers and procurement to clarify requirements, review vendor designs, and support receiving and inspection disposition.