Sr. Mechanical Integration Engineer - Space Technologies

Job Description

We are seeking a mid-career Mechanical Integration Engineer to provide engineering design, drafting and assembly support to diverse R&D programs and small-volume production contracts. Projects vary from packaging high reliability electronics subsystems to opto-mechanical mechanism design such as gimbal and steering mirror systems.

Regular

• Design for Manufacturing (DFM):
  Modify or refine mechanical designs and 3D CAD models to ensure they can be efficiently mass-produced
• Process Integration:
  Determine the optimal arrangement of assembly lines and production cells to maximize throughput and minimize waste
• Tooling & Equipment:
  Design custom jigs, fixtures, and mechanical tooling to support new product launches and line setups
• Quality Control:
  Establish testing protocols, analyze mechanical tolerances, and use methods like PFMEA to prevent defects
• Troubleshooting & Optimization:
  Perform root-cause analysis on equipment breakdowns or production bottlenecks, and apply Lean or Six Sigma principles to resolve them.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Serve as the technical liaison between product designers, supply chain vendors, and assembly line operators.
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace engineering
• 2+ years' experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Software Proficiency: design using CAD software, ideally experience with Solid Works
• Technical Knowledge:
  Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing GD&T, various material properties, and manufacturing processes (e.g., CNC, machining).
• Space hardware design, integration, and test
• Strong technical writing skills applicable to engineering documentation (analysis reports, specifications, requirements documents, etc.).
• Process Methodologies:
  Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Root Cause Analysis.

• 5-8 years' experience in mechanical engineering of space systems
• Strong verbal communication skills needed for customer interaction at design reviews, supplier interaction, etc.
• Ability to quickly adapt to various projects and types of work and to work several projects simultaneously while managing time and priorities
• Ability to work independently or as part of a development team
• Experience and willingness to be hands on during hardware assembly, integration, and test
• Current US security clearance

Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant). Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent).