Mechanical Engineer II

Firefly Aerospace; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace Avionics Mechanical Engineers design rugged electronics packaging for launch vehicles and spacecraft, developing electro-mechanical assemblies and integrating hardware with environmental test support.

You will perform thermal and vibration analyses, create CAD drawings, and develop test fixtures, collaborating across teams to ensure flight-ready hardware.

Qualifications

• BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering is required.
• 3+ years of electronics packaging and electro-mechanical assemblies experience.
• 3+ years of 3D CAD design and drafting experience.
• Hands-on experience with electronics packaging is a plus.
• Proficiency with NX and ANSYS.
• Experience with multi-layer PCBA enclosure design.
• Knowledge of thermal, EMI/EMC, vibration testing and environmental tests.
• Understanding of launch vehicle subsystems and avionics interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Design ruggedized electronics packaging for PCB assemblies used in aerospace applications.
• Develop electro-mechanical assemblies for thermal and dynamic environments.
• Perform steady-state and cycling thermal analyses of electronics.
• Conduct modal and vibration analyses on electronic assemblies with mechanical components.
• Create CAD designs, part drawings, and assembly drawings; prepare technical documentation.
• Design test fixtures and ground support hardware for launch vehicle electronics.
• Collaborate with PCB design to specify mounting, clearances, and thermal interfaces.
• Support environmental testing campaigns and flight hardware integration.

Skills

Electronics packaging

Electro-mechanical design

CAD modeling

Thermal analysis

Education

BS Mechanical Eng.

Tools

NX

ANSYS

Job description

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACEFirefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the only commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the only company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Our launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles provide government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.SUMMARYFirefly Avionics Mechanical Engineers will leverage their creative design and experience to develop electronics enclosures, mechanical components, integration hardware, tooling, and test fixtures for launch vehicles. Qualified candidates will be responsible for design, analysis, hands-on build/integration, and support of environmental testing. You will be part of the avionics team and will work closely and collaborate with all other teams across the company.RESPONSIBILITIESDesign ruggedized electronics packaging and structural components for PCB assemblies used for launch vehicle and spacecraft applicationsDesign electro-mechanical assemblies for thermal and dynamic environments, EMI/EMC compatibility, and radiation resistancePerform thermal analyses (steady state thermal and thermal cycling) of electronics in aerospace environmentsPerform modal and vibration analyses of electronic assemblies with mechanical/structural componentsIn addition to electronics packaging, candidate will be responsible for design of test fixturing and ground support hardware for launch vehicle and spacecraft electronicsSupport vibration, shock, and thermal test campaigns of products designedCandidate will be responsible for development of CAD designs, part drawings, assembly drawings, and technical documentation including presentations and reportsWork with the PCB design team to specify mounting strategies, mechanical keep outs, hole size and spacing, PCB copper weights, connector type and placement, and thermal interfaces to the PCB assemblyQUALIFICATIONSRequiredBachelor of Science in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field3+ years of engineering experience designing electronics packaging and electro-mechanical assemblies via internships, professional industry experience, or academia3+ years of 3D CAD design and drafting experienceDesiredHands on experience with design and integration of electronics packagingProficiency with NX or similar CAD software and analysis tools such as ANSYSExperience with multi-layer PCBA enclosure designExperience with various design features and calculations for mechanical packaging of electronics including vent analyses, EMI/EMC mitigation strategies, multi-component tolerance stack-up calculations, bolt load calculations, Steinberg PCB solder joint fatigue, etc.Understanding of basic subsystems of a launch vehicle and how avionics integrate within the vehicle and interface with instrumentationExperience designing for CNC machining and sheet metal production, as well as selecting appropriate materials and finishing processesExperience with environmental analysis and test including thermal cycle, thermal vacuum, shock, and vibrationUnderstanding and knowledge of GD&TFirefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, relocation benefits, educational reimbursement, short term disability, and flexible PTO options.To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.