Student: Mechanical Engineering Assistant

Space Dynamics Laboratory•North Logan, UT

About The Position

Join the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) team, where you'll contribute to groundbreaking innovations! We are seeking applicants for a Mechanical Engineering Assistant to join our Civil & Commercial Space Division. The duration of employment is expected to begin as soon as possible and continue until graduation. The Civil & Commercial Space Division is at the forefront of scientific research and space exploration. We equip major Government and commercial missions with calibrated state-of-the-art sensors and satellites. We also provide world-class AI&T technologies and mission management. Our projects include challenges across planetary science, Earth observation, heliophysics, and astrophysics. Be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in space and contributes to monumental scientific discoveries.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or other U.S. person
Must be enrolled at Utah State University pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering or closely related field
Must have at least two years of school remaining (may include graduate school)
Must be available to work 20 hours per week during the school year and up to 40 hours per week during summer, depending on program workload
Must be able to work graveyard shifts and weekends when certain testing requires it
Basic understanding of heat transfer by conduction and radiation
Must have successfully completed an engineering CAD course with a B grade or higher
Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision once trained
Ability to work closely in a team with students and professionals
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues
Ability to take ownership for tasks and take responsibility for outcomes
Ability to make and maintain accountability to a work schedule
Self-motivated, dependable, detail oriented
Hands-on experience with basic hand tools and measuring equipment

Nice To Haves

Any machine shop or fabrication experience
Experience and interest in drafting metallic parts and assemblies for fabrication

Responsibilities

Assists with the design, analysis, fabrication, and assembly of space flight hardware prototypes, engineering units, flight units, and ground support equipment (GSE)
Assists with the testing of related hardware
Assists with creating drawings and travelers, parts tracking, and kitting in coordination with Quality Assurance and Program Team
Reports and presents work results
Creates test procedures and reports