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Avionics Mechanical Engineer

Impulse Space
Redondo Beach, USA
Full-time
Mid Level
Onsite
USD 115000-150000 yearly
Discovered 1 months ago

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Responsibilities

  • Design and develop mechanical hardware for high-performance avionics systems used in demanding space environments.
  • Partner closely with electrical, structures, thermal, dynamics, and integration engineers to create efficient, high-performing product architectures.
  • Own designs from concept through analysis, prototype, test, iteration, and qualification.
  • Perform and support analyses of structural modes, stresses, strains, thermal behavior, and other critical performance metrics.
  • Generate mechanical drawings with GD&T for components and assemblies, and work with the in-house machine shop or outsourced vendors to get parts fabricated
  • Create test plans and execute development, validation, and qualification testing as designs mature.
  • Improve manufacturability and assembly by developing clear build processes, documentation, and technician-friendly work instructions.
  • Lead and contribute to CoDRs, PDRs, and CDRs, clearly communicating design rationale, tradeoffs, and risks to cross-functional stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in mechanical design.
  • Strong CAD skills and the ability to learn new tools quickly.
  • Experience designing metal parts with manufacturing and assembly in mind.
  • Working knowledge of GD&T and tolerancing.
  • Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain design decisions, surface risks, and drive resolution across teams.

Preferred Skills And Experience

  • Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience designing hardware for vibration, thermal, vacuum, or other challenging operating environments.
  • 5+ years of experience with one or more of the following: motor design, optics, harness routing, RF hardware, or vacuum chamber/environment design.
  • Experience working in a startup or other fast-paced development environment.
  • Experience with NX and Teamcenter.

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