Mechanical Engineer II: Space & Defense Systems Innovator

Voyager Technologies, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 109,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Voyager Technologies, Inc. seeks engineers with hands-on testing, design, and analysis expertise to advance space and defense systems. The role emphasizes instrument operation, test planning, and risk-based decision making in demanding programs.

The position requires collaboration across teams to ensure performance, reliability, and manufacturability, with opportunities to contribute to 3D CAD work and high-fidelity simulations.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Bachelor of Science in mechanical or aerospace engineering from an accredited university; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Travel ~10% of the time.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Testing: set up and operate measurement instruments, perform calibrations, and develop test plans with risk assessments and resource allocation.
• Communications: create and deliver presentations, write technical reports and manuals for varied audiences.
• Design: generate basic actuator designs, analyze igniter performance, stress and pressure vessel designs, and develop 2D/3D CAD drawings and GD&T symbols.
• Analysis: perform simulations (CFD), conduct structural and thermal analysis, validate results, and make design recommendations.
• Project Management: draft proposals, lead small teams, manage schedules, and develop procurement strategies and contracts.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistics

Measurement instruments

Test planning

Risk assessment

Calibration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Master's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering (preferred)

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Voyager Technologies, Inc. seeks engineers with hands-on testing, design, and analysis expertise to advance space and defense systems. The role emphasizes instrument operation, test planning, and risk-based decision making in demanding programs.

The position requires collaboration across teams to ensure performance, reliability, and manufacturability, with opportunities to contribute to 3D CAD work and high-fidelity simulations.