Structural/Mechanical Design Engineer

Qualis LLC•Huntsville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Qualis LLC is seeking a Structural/Mechanical Design Engineer to develop Creo CAD models and fabrication drawings for NASA’s Space Reactor-1 Freedom in support of future Mars exploration. Candidate must be accustomed to working aggressive schedules to meet all conceptual, testing, and flight hardware delivery dates. A background in structural fluid system designs; including concepts derived from various load cases, strong statics and structural analysis experience is highly recommended. Project role will require working as part of an integrated product team with other contractors as well as NASA Civil Servants from various organizations and disciplines.

Requirements

A degree in Mechanical Engineering Degree or related field from an ABET accredited institution is required. Typically, educational requirement is a BS with at least 10 years of experience or a master’s degree with at least 8 years of experience.
Proficiency in Creo/Pro-Engineer 3-D modeling and 2-D drafting
Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5M-1994) and experience applying GD&T to fully dimensioned drawings.
General knowledge and application of Statics and Dynamics
Must be a US Citizen and have a STAR ID

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with handling CAD (Creo - additional NX knowledge is a plus) and drawing Configuration management processes
Working knowledge of typical mechanical design material selections
General understanding of manufacturability and design fabrication practices for flight hardware.
Strong oral and written communication skills to better support the customer during design presentations and status meetings.

Responsibilities

Work with a team of engineers and structural analysts to release engineering and manufacture flight hardware.
Develop detailed fabrication and assembly drawings and provide fabrication support to manufacturing personnel.
Participate in task meetings and conferences as requested.
Collaborate with outside vendors and personnel from NASA.
Develop and deliver reports and presentations to MSFC and Amentum management as needed.
This position will work to an aggressive delivery schedule and may require the candidate to occasionally work overtime to meet schedule deadlines.