Stratospheric Balloon Mechanical Engineer

Urban Sky; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Sky, a pioneering aerospace startup in Denver, is searching for a Mechanical Engineer to manage the design and analysis of structural components for stratospheric balloon flight vehicles. You will be responsible for translating extreme environmental requirements into robust hardware while collaborating with a dedicated team.

The ideal candidate will have 3-10 years of relevant experience and a strong background in mechanical engineering. The position offers competitive pay between $120,000 - $150,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 3-10+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Strong knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with environmental testing, including thermal and vacuum conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design, analysis, and fabrication of balloon flight vehicles.
• Perform structural analysis for static, dynamic, and thermal loads.
• Design thermal management of electronic enclosures for stratospheric conditions.

Skills

Mechanical design

Structural analysis

CAD software proficiency

Thermal design and analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field

Tools

OnShape

AutoCAD

Fusion 360

Job description

Urban Sky, a pioneering aerospace startup in Denver, is searching for a Mechanical Engineer to manage the design and analysis of structural components for stratospheric balloon flight vehicles. You will be responsible for translating extreme environmental requirements into robust hardware while collaborating with a dedicated team.

The ideal candidate will have 3-10 years of relevant experience and a strong background in mechanical engineering. The position offers competitive pay between $120,000 - $150,000 annually.