Mechanical Engineer II — Space Hardware, Stock Options

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Benefits offered by this job

Company stock options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

HSA and FSA options

Retirement plans

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

CesiumAstro in Austin is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to lead the mechanical design and qualification of hardware for space missions. The role requires expertise in CAD tools and thermal management design.

The ideal candidate will have a BS or MS in mechanical engineering with relevant industry experience, strong communication skills, and a background in electronic packaging.

Full-time offers include company stock options and generous benefits. Join us to innovate in aerospace systems!

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of industry experience in design and analysis for BS degree or 0-3 years for MS degree.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design from initial concept to in-orbit support.
• Manage thermal management design and precision machining.
• Present engineering design reviews to customers and leadership.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles

Analytical and troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

CAD tools (SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, AutoCAD)

DFM/DFMA understanding

GD&T knowledge

Experience with ANSYS or MATLAB

CNC manufacturing

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) in mechanical engineering

Tools

ANSYS

MATLAB

SolidWorks

CATIA

Creo

AutoCAD

Job description

CesiumAstro in Austin is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to lead the mechanical design and qualification of hardware for space missions. The role requires expertise in CAD tools and thermal management design.

The ideal candidate will have a BS or MS in mechanical engineering with relevant industry experience, strong communication skills, and a background in electronic packaging.

Full-time offers include company stock options and generous benefits. Join us to innovate in aerospace systems!