Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical EngineerThe Mechanical Engineer will join Orbion's world class team to lead and execute projects dedicated toward R&D, testing, and mass production of spacecraft electric propulsion systems.Responsibilities:Perform design engineering and team leadership efforts by leveraging established plans, schedules, budgets, designs, and proceduresFormulate and implement electric propulsion system development activities, including laboratory testing, data analysis, and engineering documentationExecute system requirement verification efforts and test campaigns, including but not limited to, receiving inspections, acceptance tests, and qualification testsLead efforts with suppliers and manufacturing shops to source flight components, custom tooling, piece-parts, and sub-assembliesPerform other duties as assignedMinimum Requirements:Must meet definition of US PersonBachelor's degree in a Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or directly related degree2-5 years' experience in a design engineering and production environmentA solid understanding of applicable engineering principles, business practices, and experience working directly with hardwareAbility to collaborate in a team setting as well as be an active individual contributorGreat communication skills, technical depth, breadth, and passion will enable you to work effectively with cross functional (electrical, mechanical, software, system, test) product development teamsPreferred Qualifications:A solid understanding of applicable engineering principles, business practices, and experience working directly with hardware in the aerospace industryExperience with production drawings, configuration management, and GD&TExperience with modeling tools, including creating solid models, as well as executing and interpreting structural, thermal, fluid, and magnetic field modelsPhysical Requirements:Prolonged periods of standing on concrete surfaces and at times, sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to lift/carry up to 40 pound loads from floor level to chest levelManual dexterity to evaluate, install, and modify equipmentFine motor skills required for minute adjustments