Mass Properties Engineer

Please review the job details below. Lanteris Space/Intuitive Machines is currently seeking a motivated and skilled Mass Properties Engineer to join our team in Palo Alto, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for estimating, managing, and verifying the mass properties for all spacecraft and spacecraft subsystems, including mass, center of gravity (CG), moments of inertia (MOI), and products of inertia (POI). Key aspects of the role include defining allocated mass across the program lifecycle, calculating mass properties to support spacecraft design, build, and test, performing mass data collection, maintaining mass databases, producing reports and budgets, consulting with functional areas on mass control, and reviewing design documentation to obtain mass information. Responsibilities Work with lead engineers to define allocated mass at the beginning of new programs, coordinating with Systems and Subsystems teamsCalculate mass properties of spacecraft equipment, including sequence mass propertiesPeriodically determine mass budget and prepare mass properties reportsPerform actual weighing and mass data collectionGenerate and maintain mass properties database informationReview designs and reports from engineering personnel to provide technical analysis of mass, CG, MOI, and POIProvide technical consultation to subsystems engineering to control the mass of their productsProvide support to Assembly Integration and Test (AIT) and launch vehicle providers Minimum Requirements Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent residentBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or related field2 years of relevant experienceProficiency in Microsoft Office Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with CREO and Teamcenter applicationsBackground in coding to support internally developed macros, applications, and data analysis toolsStrong communication skills (verbal and written), interpersonal abilities, and collaborative mindset for work planning, prioritization, status updates, and problem resolution with individuals and teams In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range. The base pay for this position within California is: $82,000.00 - $136,000.00 annually. For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process. The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. The date of posting can be found on the Lanteris Space Systems Career page at the top of each job posting. To apply, submit your application via the Lanteris Space Systems Career page. Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.