Mechanical Engineer, Structures

GraviticsSeattle, WA
1d$110,000 - $140,000

About The Position

To build our space systems, we need rockstars of all experience levels who can directly work the full product lifecycle of several challenging assemblies, including pressurized structures, launch adapters, mechanisms, tooling, and more.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated past ownership of complex projects.
  • Knowledge of loads such as pressure, vibration, shock, thermal, and how to design for them.
  • 2+ years of experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
  • Experience with writing and executing on structural test plans
  • Familiarity with CAD and Analysis packages such as NX and Simcenter 3D or similar.
  • Strong understanding and application of drafting standards and GD&T (ASME Y14.5) in creating drawings.
  • Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field.

Nice To Haves

  • A proven history of successful hardware in launch vehicles or space systems.
  • Experience working with safety critical systems, pressure vessels, docking/berthing and/or deployment mechanisms.
  • Deep working knowledge in analysis of welds and other joints, design for manufacturability, and heat treat properties.

Responsibilities

  • Create detailed component and assembly drawings incorporating an understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups
  • Apply first-order hand calculations and empirical formulas to assess and iterate on your designs rapidly
  • Build finite element models to assess your designs in detail and analyze your structures to prove they meet the needs of the vehicle
  • Own the design, development, and implementation of custom tooling in support of our programs
  • Work with suppliers and our manufacturing team to make your designs reality. This includes:
  • Managing the schedule/budget for structural hardware that you own
  • Tracking and dispositioning non-conformances
  • Be a reliable expert of your system, from concept to mission control console

Benefits

  • company equity
  • comprehensive medical
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • a generous PTO policy
  • employee discounts
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