Space Deployable Mechanisms Engineer

Beyond Reach Labs (YC W26); New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Beyond Reach Labs (YC W26) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in New York, NY to design and validate mechanical systems for large deployable structures intended for space. You will be responsible for the detailed design, analysis, and testing of mechanisms used in critical satellite applications.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and at least 1 year of hands-on experience with launch vehicle mechanisms. The role offers a compensation range of $100K to $160K.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of hands-on engineering experience with satellite or launch vehicle mechanisms.
• Experience with stepper or BLDC motor mechanisms and FEA analysis.
• Experience in developing models and drawings for production.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze mechanical systems for deployable structures.
• Develop and execute test plans for validation of designs.
• Optimize designs balancing cost, manufacturability, and risk.

Skills

CAD software proficiency

Mechanisms design

FEA analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Fusion 360

Ansys

Job description

Beyond Reach Labs (YC W26) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in New York, NY to design and validate mechanical systems for large deployable structures intended for space. You will be responsible for the detailed design, analysis, and testing of mechanisms used in critical satellite applications.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and at least 1 year of hands-on experience with launch vehicle mechanisms. The role offers a compensation range of $100K to $160K.