Mechanical Engineer (Spacecraft)

Description Job Title: Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer Location: Los Angeles Employment Type: Salaried direct employee with full benefits Industry: Spacecraft Compensation: $140,000 - $160,000Schedule: M-F About the Opportunity:We are seeking a Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer to join our spacecraft team. This is a full-time, in office role for an experienced professional with a proven track record of hands-on work across multiple areas of spacecraft mechanical engineering. In this role, you will execute the design, development, assembly, and integration, and testing of structural assemblies and systems for our spacecraft builds.What You'll Do:Execute the mechanical design and development team for primary and secondary spacecraft structures, including geometry and material selection.
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Design parts for manufacturing, incorporating Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) practices.
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Develop CAD models and engineering drawings, and complete part inspections of received parts for accuracy.
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Execute spacecraft mechanical assembly integration and testing, including MGSE design, torquing and staking bolts, performing interference and fit checks, and maintaining cleanroom organization.
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Develop mechanical assembly procedures.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate structural subsystems with other spacecraft subsystems.
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Own hardware through the entire project lifecycle, including part reception, inspection, integration, to spacecraft bus packing, shipping, and testing.
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Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
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Document design processes, test results, and system performance.
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Provide technical mechanical engineering guidance to fellow engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.About Acara SolutionsAcara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. Job Requirements What You'll Bring:BSME or Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering, or similar field. Min 5 years of mechanical engineering experience in aerospace, that includes hands-on assembly and integration of space flight hardware, and demonstrated expertise in structural design, harness routing, and systems-level mechanical engineering.Min 2 years of experience designing primary and secondary spacecraft structural elements Min 3 years with NX, Solidworks, CREO, Catia, etc. Min 3 years of GD&TMin 2 years of experience specifying and analyzing fastener torque values and material finishes (e.g. anodizing).
Experience with the NASA GEVS standard.What Sets You Apart:● Experience with spacecraft AI&T in clean room environments and adhering to ESD protocols.
● Proficiency with finite element method analysis packages such as Simcenter, Abaqus, Altair/Optistruct, etc.
● Experience with the design, specification, and testing of spacecraft deployable systems and mechanisms
● Experience executing and leading spacecraft vibration test campaigns