Mechanical Engineer VI - Test

Voyager Technologies, Inc.•Reno, NV

5d•$183,065 - $251,465

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

Recognized authority in testing environments.
Extensive experience in testing environments.
Deep knowledge of test assembly techniques.
Advanced statistical techniques knowledge.
Advanced skills in data acquisition.
Advanced skills in statistical analysis.
Advanced skills in measurement techniques.
Advanced skills in signal processing methods.
Exceptional skills in communication theories.
Exceptional skills in presentation design.
Exceptional skills in technical presentation.
Exceptional skills in writing specialized technical documents.
Excels in writing technical documents with precision and accuracy.
Basic understanding of electromechanical actuators, igniters, pressure vessel, solid rocket motor systems, hot gas valves, and thrusters.
Expertise in creating intricate 2D or 3D designs.
Understands the tie-in between testing and verification and validation of requirements.
Foundational understanding of reliability and safety principles.
Comprehensive knowledge in risk management.
Basic financial knowledge.
Understand operations research principles.
Understands complex procurement tasks.
Create simple proposals.
Understands propellant chemistry.
Understands combustion principles.
Understands grain geometry.
Understands internal ballistics.
Understands solid propellant manufacturing processes, including types, composition, combustion mechanisms, and grain performance factors.
Designs simple control systems using standard techniques.
Understand diagrams and specifications.
Implement basic algorithms.
Understands solid rocket motor performance principles, including thrust, specific impulse, and propellant combustion.
Understands CFD principles.
Navigates software interfaces for CFD.
Performs CFD simulations.
Can set up and run structural analysis models.
Can perform dynamic analysis tasks.
Can set up thermal analysis models.
Understands basic battery design principles.
Understands cable/wire harness design.
Understands circuit board design.
Understands rocket motor ignition systems.
Understands software design principles.
Identifies common components and connections in avionics.
Fifteen (15) or more 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.
Positive, cooperative, self-motivated, and professional behavior.
Contribute as necessary to get the job done.
Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
Must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3).

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.
Able to travel approximately 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

Design and oversee complex testing programs.
Lead large-scale and high-risk test programs.
Provide guidance on test planning best practices.
Contribute to the development of test planning frameworks and methodologies.
Provide expert guidance on complex communication challenges.
Develop compelling narratives.
Tailor content for specific audiences.
Provide expert consultation on presentation strategies and audience engagement methods.
Create intricate 2D or 3D designs.
Optimize productivity through CAD commands and tools.
Produce precise technical drawings.
Interpret complex GD&T symbols.
Create 3D models and generate complex assemblies and technical drawings with precision.
Develop program plans.
Understand acquisition life cycles.
Coordinate activities.
Lead activities in risk management.
Develop tailored strategies for risk management.
Lead small teams.
Create simple proposals.
Manage simple schedules.
Develop procurement strategies.
Manage vendor evaluations.
Analyze supplier performance.
Implement effective contract management practices.
Conduct requirements elicitation.
Prioritize stakeholder needs.
Document requirements using standard templates.
Set up and run structural analysis models.
Interpret structural analysis results.
Apply engineering judgment to analysis results.
Perform dynamic analysis tasks.
Set up thermal analysis models.
Identify manufacturing and assembly issues related to geometric tolerances.
Contribute to tasks under guidance in avionics.
Contribute to the generation of basic software designs while following standard specifications and guidelines.