Mechanical Engineer (Prism)

Torrance, CAfull time

On Site

mid

$92k–$115k

H1B: no

NorthwoodSpace The Mechanical Engineer at NorthwoodSpace owns mechanical designs and improvements for ground segment network hardware including RF feed structures and support systems. This role drives root cause investigations and collaborates across engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

Own mechanical systems deployed in Prism systems, spanning PCBA packaging, feed structures, actuators, and support structures
Observe performance and degradation of mechanical systems deployed on Prism systems
Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions on in-factory testing and deployed ground stations
Provide design and analysis inputs to drive reliable design, test, and qualification campaigns for upgraded systems and new products
Drive design improvements to products, from requirements definition to prototype, manufacturing, and deployment
Test prototypes and assess performance in the lab and in the field
Work closely with production teams to make testable and manufacturable products developed in-house

Qualification

Electronics packaging experience

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
2-4+ years of professional experience in mechanical design
Experience taking mechanical hardware through the full product cycle, from requirements and design through prototype, test, production, and fielded support
Hands-on experience investigating hardware failures and driving root cause analysis at the component and system levels
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, sheet metal, welding, fastening, adhesives) and the ability to design for manufacturability

Preferred

Experience driving root cause and corrective action campaigns with thorough and systemic processes: fishbone, 5 Whys, 8D, FMEA, etc.
Hands-on project team experience (Formula SAE, rocketry, CubeSat, etc.)
Proficiency in Siemens NX for 3D modeling, assembly, and drafting
Experience with structural and thermal analysis, including hand calculations and simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS)
Electronics packaging experience: enclosures, PCBA mounting, thermal management, sealing and ingress protection, connectors, and cable routing
Experience designing hardware for long-term outdoor deployment: corrosion, UV exposure, wind and ice loading, water ingress, and fatigue
Understanding of environmental and reliability testing (vibration, thermal cycling, environmental exposure) and of reliability analysis from field or test data
Basic understanding of electrical and RF systems to ensure a holistic approach to system design

Company

NorthwoodSpace

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