Mechanical Engineer, Research and Development

Position: Staff Mechanical Engineer, Research and Development
Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. Currently, we are seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer, Research and Development to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment.

Take the #Next Leap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Pegasus LTV, which will carry NASA astronauts farther than they've ever been before on the lunar surface!

Working Conditions /

Schedule:

This position is required to be onsite Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Where applicable, employees may work remotely on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be required based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Design parts and assemblies – including vehicle structures, electronics packaging, mechanisms and deployable structures – applying best practices in CAD for parts and assemblies to ensure robustness and reliability in complex designs.

Perform basic loads and stress analysis (FEA and hand-calcs) to optimize parts for weight savings, and to demonstrate designed parts and assemblies to surviveanticipated loads.

Participate in the selection of materials, hardware, actuators, sensors, etc.

Inspect and assemble hardware of various types.

Participate in rapid prototyping efforts and test events to validate concepts quickly and cost-effectively.

Ensure mechanical designs comply with applicable NASA standards (mechanisms approaches, structural margin, tolerance stack-up, etc.).Prepare mechanical engineering products for milestone and safety reviews.

Collaborate with a team of engineers in afast-paced environment, managing time allocations across multiple projects and ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

Develop manufacturing plans for parts using a range of processes, including CNC milling, 3D printing, welding, turning, sheet metal bending, and water-jetting/laser cutting.

Required Qualifications:

10+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field

Proficiency in using Solid Works for design of parts, assemblies, drawings, etc.

Proficiency in setting up and interpreting Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models and analysis results

Proficiency in CAM and slicing software

Proficient in creating part drawings

Proficient in GD&T and design for manufacturing/assembly

Prior experience maintaining CAD files/drawings in configuration management environment

Demonstrated capability to rapidly create prototypes/proof of concepts

Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and driven to meet critical deadlines

Excellent organization and time management skills

Excellent written and oral communication skillsU.S. Person

Preferred Qualifications:

CSWP certificate from Dassault Systems Proficiency in Bild, GrabCAD Workbench, Git, or similar CAD management software

Proficiency in CAM software (e.g., HSMWorks or MasterCAM)
Experience designing or maintaining automobiles (shop, formula, baja, track, etc.)Experience designing for human-factors and ergonomics

Proficiency in prototype manufacturing techniques (CNC, welding, etc.)Relevant experience in technology, hardware, and/or spaceflight startup environment

Prior experience on space programs designing mechanical hardware

Proficiency in use of trade studies as a decision-making aid Prior experience in aerospace startup environment

Relevant experience with NASA and Government customers, deliverables, reviews, and standards

Familiarity with standard aerospace review process – MCR, PDR, CDR, etc.

Compensation & Benefits:
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