Momentus Senior Mechanical Engineer at Momentus responsible for mechanical, structural, and thermal design of spacecraft components and assemblies. Supports assembly, integration, and testing phases.
Responsibilities
Mechanical design of spacecraft components including primary structure, support structure, brackets, electronics enclosures, bulkheads, wire harness, and more.
Design of components and assemblies in CAD. Solidworks. Duro PLM.
Routing of plumbing lines for propellant feed system and thrusters.
Work with structural analysts to ensure structural integrity of the spacecraft and all components during all phases of launch.
Work with thermal analysts to ensure all components are maintained within acceptable temperature limits.
Conduct mechanical testing of systems and components including vibration testing, static load testing, and shock testing.
May be asked to support TVAC testing on an as-needed basis.
Qualification
Ability to work independentlyDesired Skills and ExperienceExperience designingExperience running TVAC testsThermal and fluidic analysis experience
Required
Demonstrated experience with detail design of mechanical hardware.
Experience defining requirements for mechanical systems and components.
Familiarity with the space environment and how it affects mechanical hardware.
Familiarity with material selection and material coatings for space applications.
General understanding of spacecraft structural loads (quasi-static loads, random vibration, shock, thermo-mechanical)
Ability to work independently.
Excellent technical communications skills.
Good written and verbal communications skills.
Desired Skills and Experience
Experience designing, manufacturing, and testing space hardware with demonstrated on-orbit success.
Experience running TVAC tests.
Thermal and fluidic analysis experience is a strong asset.
Preferred
Experience designing, manufacturing, and testing space hardware with on-orbit success
