Mechanical Engineer at Observable

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Space Technology, AstronomyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent
Understanding of mechanical design fundamentals
Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks, NX, or similar)
Hands-on experience with fabrication, machining, welding, drilling, and/or mechanical assembly
Effective communicator and collaborator
Demonstrated passion for aerospace or observational technologies
Preferred Qualifications
Understanding of FEA (ANSYS, Nastran, etc.), tolerance analysis, and DFM principles
Grasp of materials, fasteners, coatings, and alignment techniques
Understanding of system engineering workflows, interface control documents, and verification processes
Basic scripting or automation (Python, MATLAB) for design or test workflows

Responsibilities

Design and optimize mechanical and optomechanical components (e.g., telescope tubes, mounts, enclosures, optical supports)
Create detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs)
Perform STOP analysis (Structural, Thermal, Optical Performance) to verify system-level integrity and alignment through operating conditions
Conduct FEA simulations for stress, thermal, and vibrational environments
Collaborate with optics and software teams to ensure mechanical compatibility with imaging, tracking, and sensing subsystems
Support the full product lifecycle, from concept design and prototyping to testing and production
Participate in and contribute to design reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.) and internal documentation
Provide engineering support during fabrication, QC, assembly, and system validation

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CADSolidWorksEngineering DrawingsBOMFEASTOP AnalysisOptomechanicsStructural AnalysisThermal AnalysisVibration Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this Mechanical Engineer position remote or onsite?

The position is onsite.

What are the basic qualifications for the Mechanical Engineer role?

Basic qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent; understanding of mechanical design fundamentals; experience with CAD tools like SolidWorks or NX; hands-on experience with fabrication, machining, welding, drilling, and/or mechanical assembly; effective communication and collaboration skills; and demonstrated passion for aerospace or observational technologies.

What preferred skills are there for this Mechanical Engineer position?

Preferred qualifications include understanding of FEA (ANSYS, Nastran, etc.), tolerance analysis, and DFM principles; grasp of materials, fasteners, coatings, and alignment techniques; understanding of system engineering workflows, interface control documents, and verification processes; and basic scripting or automation with Python or MATLAB.

What is the compensation for the Mechanical Engineer role?

The job description mentions competitive compensation, but specific details such as salary range are not provided.

What kind of team will I be working with as a Mechanical Engineer?

You'll work with a multidisciplinary team of optical, electrical, and software engineers to deliver observatory-grade systems.

Observable

Collaborative platform for data visualization

About Observable

Observable provides a platform for data visualization and analytics, allowing users to create, share, and explore data through interactive notebooks. These notebooks are web-based documents that integrate code, data, and visualizations, enabling real-time data manipulation. The platform caters to data scientists, analysts, developers, and educators, making it especially beneficial for academic settings. Users can utilize various templates and examples to enhance their data visualization skills. Observable operates on a freemium model, offering basic features for free while charging for advanced features and services, which appeal to businesses and professional teams. The company also fosters a supportive community through forums and a Slack channel, encouraging collaboration and knowledge sharing among users.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$44.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Consumer Software, EducationIndustries

11-50Employees

Risks

Freemium model faces competition from robust free features of Google Data Studio and Power BI.

Observable Cloud may face adoption hurdles if users resist migrating from current setups.

Pressure from investors for rapid growth may lead to strategic shifts alienating users.

Differentiation

Observable allows developers to build custom dashboards using code, unlike legacy BI tools.

The platform offers live, collaborative notebooks for real-time data exploration and iteration.

Observable's open-source framework supports any language or library for instant data app creation.

Upsides

Integration with AI-driven tools enhances insights generation and data interpretation capabilities.

The rise of low-code platforms could expand Observable's user base beyond developers.

Increasing demand for real-time analytics in finance and healthcare presents new opportunities.

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