Mechanical Design Engineer III – Blue Ring

About the role

The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, focusing on space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. This role supports Blue Ring, a high-powered hybrid solar electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft designed for maneuverability, versatility, and cost-effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the entire design cycle of flight hardware, including conceptual and detailed design, trade studies, structural analysis, development testing, and qualification.
• Create 3D models, component drawings, assembly drawings, and interface control documents.
• Generate command media for assembly and testing of development and flight hardware.
• Conduct subsystem level testing, including planning, execution, data reduction, and analysis.
• Develop component specifications and manage suppliers.
• Provide manufacturing and production support.
• Leverage experience and engineering judgment to quickly design and produce non-flight, proof of concept hardware for fast-moving research and development projects.
• Participate in a small, agile team to create and adapt to frequently shifting priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or a related subject area.
• 5+ years of experience in designing, developing, and producing complex engineered products.
• Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD software.
• Proficient in the application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusting and effective working relationships that improve team performance and deliver results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience in coordinating small to medium-sized teams.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Qualifications

• Spacecraft primary or secondary structure design experience.
• Experience with FEM analysis tools: Nastran, ANSYS, OptiStruct, FEMAP.
• Familiarity with systems engineering practices, manufacturing processes, and quality control.
• Proven experience with core project management skills, including logic-linked scheduling, budget and schedule variance tracking, and reporting project status to leadership.
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance.