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Astrolab · 3 days ago

Electromechanical Engineer

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$120K/yr - $165K/yr

3+ years exp

Astrolab is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. They are seeking an experienced Electromechanical Engineer responsible for the mechanical design, analysis, and qualification of electronic components for spacecraft and other aerospace systems.

AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel

Responsibilities

Develop mechanical and electromechanical designs for high-reliability electronics enclosures, circuit card assemblies (CCAs), and component mounting solutions

Conduct thermal, structural, and vibration analysis using FEA tools (e.g., FEMAP, Ansys, NASTRAN)

Design and analyze thermal control systems, including heat sinks, thermal pads, and heat pipes, to ensure electronic components operate within specified temperature limits

Perform first-order calculations

Lead the design, fabrication, and assembly of electronics packaging

Integrate prototype and COTS electronics assemblies into functional avionics systems

Develop and execute test plans for environmental qualification, including TVAC, Vibration, Shock, Acoustic, and EMI testing

Select appropriate materials and processes for electronics packaging, considering factors such as mass, thermal properties, and resistance to radiation, EMI, and outgassing in a vacuum environment

Create and maintain detailed design documentation, including 3D models, 2D drawings, and test reports

Work closely with electrical engineers, manufacturing teams, and program managers to ensure designs meet all performance, schedule, and cost requirements

Qualification

Electronics packaging designThermal managementFinite element analysis (FEA)3D CAD softwareMaterials selectionEnvironmental testingBasic scriptingPCB layoutDesign for manufacturabilityWiring harness designCollaborationDocumentation