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Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer for Research and Development to contribute to the design and development of the Pegasus Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV), which will carry NASA astronauts on the lunar surface.
In this role, you will lead mechanical design efforts across vehicle structures, electronics packaging, mechanisms, and deployable structures. You will apply best practices in CAD to ensure robustness and reliability in complex designs. Key responsibilities include performing loads and stress analysis (FEA and hand calculations) to optimize parts for weight savings and demonstrate that designs survive anticipated loads. You will participate in material, hardware, actuator, and sensor selection; inspect and assemble hardware; and engage in rapid prototyping and testing to validate concepts quickly and cost-effectively.
You will ensure mechanical designs comply with NASA standards (mechanisms approaches, structural margin, tolerance stack-up, etc.) and prepare engineering products for milestone and safety reviews. Working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, you will manage time allocations across multiple projects while adhering to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. You will also develop manufacturing plans for parts using CNC milling, 3D printing, welding, turning, sheet metal bending, and water-jetting/laser cutting.
The position is hybrid: onsite Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the option to work remotely on Wednesdays. Additional hours may be required based on business needs.
REQUIREMENTS:
- 10+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field
- Proficiency in SolidWorks for design of parts, assemblies, and drawings
- Proficiency in setting up and interpreting Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models and results
- Proficiency in CAM and slicing software
- Proficient in creating part drawings
- Proficient in GD&T and design for manufacturing/assembly
- Prior experience maintaining CAD files/drawings in configuration management environment
- Demonstrated capability to rapidly create prototypes and proof of concepts
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and driven to meet critical deadlines
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- U.S. Person requirement
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- CSWP certificate from Dassault Systems
- Proficiency in Bild, GrabCAD Workbench, Git, or similar CAD management software
- Proficiency in CAM software (e.g., HSMWorks or MasterCAM)
- Experience designing or maintaining automobiles (shop, formula, baja, track, etc.)
- Experience designing for human factors and ergonomics
- Proficiency in prototype manufacturing techniques (CNC, welding, etc.)
- Relevant experience in technology, hardware, and/or spaceflight startup environment
- Prior experience on space programs designing mechanical hardware
- Proficiency in use of trade studies as a decision-making aid
- Prior experience in aerospace startup environment
- Relevant experience with NASA and Government customers, deliverables, reviews, and standards
- Familiarity with standard aerospace review processes (MCR, PDR, CDR, etc.)
