Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer, Orbits R&D
PlanetSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
$165,000 – $195,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
AerospaceIndustries
Requirements
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, with a Master’s degree being a plus. They should have at least 5 years of experience in mechanical design and analysis, specifically within the aerospace or satellite industry. Proficiency in CAD software such as NX or SolidWorks is required, alongside a strong understanding of structural analysis techniques including finite element analysis (FEA) and hand calculations, as well as drafting standards like GD&T. Familiarity with manufacturing processes for aerospace-grade materials and components, along with knowledge of environmental testing procedures and standards for space applications, is also necessary. U.S. Person status is required.
Responsibilities
The Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for developing mechanical designs and models for satellite structures, subsystems, and components. They will conduct structural analyses to ensure compliance with performance and reliability requirements, optimize designs for weight reduction, material selection, and manufacturability, and evaluate appropriate materials and processes. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical systems with other subsystems, participate in the assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) process, perform environmental testing, prepare technical documentation, maintain accurate records, generate reports and presentations, and stay updated on advancements in satellite engineering. Furthermore, they will identify areas for improvement in design methodologies and contribute to research and development projects.
Skills
NX
SolidWorks
FEA
GD&T
Structural Analysis
Mechanical Design
CAD
Aerospace Materials
Environmental Testing
Satellite Systems
Apex
Manufactures customizable ESPA class satellites
About Apex
Apex Space manufactures ESPA class satellites, focusing on their flagship product, the Aries satellite bus, which is suitable for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and other missions. They cater to clients in the aerospace and defense sectors, providing customizable satellite solutions for applications like Earth observation and communications. Apex Space differentiates itself with guaranteed on-time delivery, high reliability, and transparent pricing. Their goal is to lead in spacecraft manufacturing by offering dependable satellite solutions for a variety of space missions.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
$115.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Aerospace, DefenseIndustries
51-200Employees