Mechanical Engineer

York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming and enabling next-generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms.

About the role

We’re looking for a Mechanical Engineer who can turn complex design requirements into an affordable-to-produce and easy-to-assemble design for high-rate production using manufacturing best practices. This role thrives in a fast-paced environment and involves exercising both engineering and CAD skills to advance design and industry standards. Aerospace-specific experience is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Engineer mechanical design solutions for both spacecraft flight hardware and mechanical ground support equipment (MGSE).
• Create designs with DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturing/Assembly) with rate manufacturing in mind.
• Perform preliminary FEA, higher-level hand calculations, and fastener margins to ensure feasible designs.
• Create component drawings with appropriate GD&T that can be affordably produced.
• Develop assembly drawings, fabrication procedures, and build instructions in collaboration with the integration team.
• Coordinate across engineering teams on clean-sheet designs and design improvements.
• Interface directly with programs and end customers on high-level and detailed design needs and requirements.
• Coordinate with test engineers to prepare and execute test plans as the Mechanical Engineer responsible, performing root cause analyses if/when errors arise.
• Interface with suppliers to produce and optimize designs for cost and lead time.
• Support peers through checking and collaboration to ensure best practices are implemented on all products developed within the team.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited university.
• 0-2 years of experience as a mechanical design engineer is required.
• An internship experience with space vehicle design and/or ground support equipment is preferred.
• Moderate understanding of what is needed for high-quality mechanical systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Collaborative and effective in team environments.
• Experience with configuration control, the lifecycle of a design release, and PLM.
• Experience with materials, joints, bonding, and how these choices affect designs.
• Experience with manufacturing best practices for design tolerancing, fabrication methodologies, and assembly.
• Excellent SolidWorks (or similar) CAD skills.
• Demonstrates self-initiated work in a team environment with strong leadership skills.
• Must be able and willing to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
• Willingness to work full-time in our Greenwood Village, CO office; this position does not support remote or hybrid work.

Qualifications (Bonus)

• Experience in the lifecycle of spacecraft (or similar) development: design, build, and test.
• Experience with model-based definition and 3D PDF generation and checking.
• Understanding of spacecraft mission requirements regarding thermal loads, structural margin and resiliency, off-gassing, and more.
• Background in the engineering of Mechanical Ground Support Equipment for the Space or Defense industry.
• TS/SCI clearance desired.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401K retirement plan.