Antenna Mechanical Design Engineer

Lanteris Space LLC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health and welfare insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Lanteris Space Systems in Palo Alto, CA is seeking an Antenna Mechanical Design Engineer to design advanced composite and mechanical antenna assemblies and to perform environmental testing. You will work with an experienced team that will guide you through the ins and outs of antenna design, define specifications, provide floor support, and test units for vibration, thermal, acoustic and shock.

The role requires a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, a B.S.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 2 years of experience with 3D CAD modeling and GD&T.
• Experience with CREO preferred.
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical design of antenna components including large composite reflectors.
• Determine specifications for design, development, test, and production activities.
• Provide technical consultation to management and other personnel.
• Design, document and report on engineering progress on assigned projects.
• Provide floor support to the manufacturing team during builds.
• Test (vibration, thermal, acoustic, shock) the units you’ve designed.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

GD&T

Education

B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

CREO CAD

Job description

At Lanteris Space, we unlock the promise of space to help governments and businesses solve problems on Earth and beyond. We deliver broadband communications and advance space operations with capabilities in Space Infrastructure. Want to play a part in humankind’s return to the moon, contribute to missions in support of national security or improve the health and sustainability of our planet? Now is your chance to amplify your impact, working to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.

We are seeking an Antenna Mechanical Design Engineer to join us in our offices in Palo Alto, CA, to support the design of advanced composite and mechanical antenna assemblies, as well as the environmental test of these units. You will work with an experienced team that will guide you through the ins and outs of antenna design.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Design Engineer for a variety of antenna components to include large composite reflectors, test Mechanical Aerospace Ground Equipment (MAGE), and antenna feeds.
• Determine applicable specifications for each design, development, test, and/or production activity.
• Provide technical consultation to management and to other engineering and scientific personnel.
• Design, document and report on engineering progress on assigned projects.
• Provide floor support to the manufacturing team during builds.
• Test (vibration, thermal, acoustic, shock) the units you’ve designed.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• B.S. degree in mechanical, aerospace engineering or a related field.
• A master’s degree may account for an additional two years of experience.
• 2 years of experience, including 3D CAD modeling design and drafting (CREO preferred) as well as GD&T.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. degree in engineering.
• Experience with the design of composite parts.
• Additive manufacturing exposure or expertise.
• Design of extremely tight tolerance components.

Salary & Benefits

In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions.

The base pay for this position within California is: $82,000.00 - $136,000.00 annually.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.

Application Window

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

Equal Opportunity

Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We comply with disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process.