Mechanical Design Engineer (GSE)

Digital Prospectors; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Prospectors in Pasadena, California, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer (GSE) for a 12-month contract to generate 3-D models and drawings for spacecraft and ground support equipment (GSE). The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years of related experience and be proficient in Unigraphics NX and/or SolidWorks.

Experience with PCB/ PWB and cable harness design is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline with minimum 3 years of related experience.
• Working knowledge in CAD using tools such as Unigraphics NX and/or SolidWorks.
• Broad knowledge in design of printed wiring boards, mechanical chassis, manufacturing and assembly of PCBs and cable harnesses.

Responsibilities

• Generate 3-D design models and drawings for spacecraft and instrument electronics subsystem and ground support equipment (GSE).
• Define tasks and acquire resources to complete tasks on time and on budget.
• Participate in a collaborative environment to design and develop support equipment for project and research applications.
• Prepare for technical design and manufacturing status review presentations and close the reviews action items.
• Lead and present design and analyses reviews
• Interface with engineers, designers, analysts, machine shop, Quality Assurance and project staff.
• Plan and write work instructions to fabricate and assemble electronic packaging and cable harnesses.
• Work independently and under the direction of the group supervisor, project management, technical leads, and proposal managers as required.

Skills

CAD proficiency

PWB design

Cable harness design

GD&T knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline

Master’s degree in similar disciplines

PhD (no related experience)

Tools

Unigraphics NX

SolidWorks

Mentor

Altium

Job description

Position: Mechanical Design Engineer (GSE)

Length: 12 Month Contract

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Generate 3-D design models and drawings for spacecraft and instrument electronics subsystem and ground support equipment (GSE).
• Define tasks and acquire resources to complete tasks on time and on budget.
• Participate in a collaborative environment to design and develop support equipment for project and research applications.
• Prepare for technical design and manufacturing status review presentations and close the reviews action items.
• Lead and present design and analyses reviews
• Interface with engineers, designers, analysts, machine shop, Quality Assurance and project staff.
• Plan and write work instructions to fabricate and assemble electronic packaging and cable harnesses.
• Work independently and under the direction of the group supervisor, project management, technical leads, and proposal managers as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline with a minimum of 3 years of related experience; Master’s degree in similar disciplines with a minimum of 1 year of related experience; PhD with 0 years of related experience.
• Working knowledge in Computer Aided Design (CAD) using tools such as Unigraphics NX and/or SolidWorks.
• Broad knowledge and experience in one or more related fields in the following areas: design of printed wiring boards, design of mechanical chassis, manufacturing and assembly of printed wiring boards and cable harnesses.
• Broad understanding and wide application of principles, theories, concepts and techniques in mechanical design.
• Ability to solve packaging engineering mechanical design problems, perform trade studies, develop design requirements, create piece part and mechanical assembly designs, coordinate fabrication assembly, and qualification of hardware.
• Knowledge of Standards for Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Y14.5.
• Able to be flexible in handling work assignments.
• Able to work in a team environment and meet deadlines.

Preferred:

• Broad knowledge of applicable Laboratory policies and procedures, NASA policies and procedures, and government regulations.
• Broad understanding and application of standard principles, theories, concepts and techniques in soldering operations, cable assembly and surface mount technology electronics manufacturing.
• Some knowledge in electro-mechanical analyses such as thermal, structural and venting analyses for the subsystem.
• Some knowledge of applicable industry and/or academic practices and standards in mechanical systems including structures, configuration, electronic packaging, structural/thermal analysis and integration and test.
• Experience with spacecraft flight hardware development and testing.
• Experience with Printed Wiring Board (PWB) design tools such as Mentor or Altium.
• Experience with cable design, assembly, and testing.
• Experience interfacing with suppliers or services including printed wiring board and mechanical fabrication, electronic assembly, project representatives, and mission assurance.
• Working knowledge in Unigraphics NX and/or SolidWorks.

POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED. Digital Prospectors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Digital Prospectors affirms the right of all individuals to equal opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment.