Senior Mechanical Engineer/Analyst
Comtech AeroAstro is a leader in satellite systems, components and advanced communications technologies. Our spacecraft and components incorporate modular architectures and plug-n-play technologies in an efficient, agile and highly responsive design and integration environment.
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer/Analyst.
Specific Job Description: The Senior Mechanical Engineer/Analyst will participate in design, analysis and testing of spacecraft structures and mechanisms.
Senior Mechanical Engineer/Analyst Requirements:
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Must be eligible to obtain a Government security clearance.
- MS/BS in Mechanics, Civil or Aerospace Engineering with 8 years of experience designing, analyzing and testing spacecraft structures and mechanisms.
- Strong knowledge of stress and dynamics analysis of structural systems, using strength of materials hand calculations, FEMAP and NASTRAN finite element analysis software is required.
- Knowledge of MATLAB and Mathcad a plus.
- Experience should include assessment of failure mechanisms such as rupture, yield, buckling, fatigue and fracture.
- Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing techniques and typical aerospace materials, including aluminum honeycomb panels and composites is required.
- Experience with the design and analysis of joints containing mechanical fasteners, adhesives, welds, and composite/metallic interfaces is desired.
- Experience with spacecraft structural test planning and performance is desired.
- Design and drawing experience using CAD strongly desired, with SolidWorks experience preferred.
- Spacecraft component-level design and analysis experience is desired.
- Hands-on spacecraft assembly experience is beneficial.
- Outstanding communication skills are desirable.
Comtech AeroAstro, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits program including 401(k), Stock Purchase Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life Insurance, Educational Assistance, PTO, and a flexible work schedule.
Come work for an organization that is committed to improving space technologies and changing the way space is done.
Send resume and salary requirement to jobs@aeroastro.com
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