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Benchmark Space Systems · 1 month ago

Test Mechatronics Engineer

Pleasanton, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Benchmark Space Systems is pioneering the future of in-space mobility and is seeking an experienced Test Mechatronics Engineer to join their Avionics team. The role involves designing, building, and testing propulsion products for small satellites, with an emphasis on developing scalable testing systems.

AerospaceHardwareManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Driving stand-alone testing systems from concept through deployment

Working with the Chemical Propulsion team to identify testing needs

Creating detailed designs for testing systems, both mechanical and electrical

Working with vendors to fabricate custom parts

Ability to prototype, troubleshoot, and validate testing systems

Maintaining a clean work area and assisting in general facilities upkeep

Other responsibilities that may be needed from time to time to assist in business operations

At all times, maintain Benchmark’s outstanding reputation for operating at the highest levels of honesty, integrity, accountability, and transparency

Qualification

Mechatronic system designMCAD/eCAD softwareDAQ systemsEmbedded systemsMechanical/electrical prototypingCollaboration skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

A bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, electro-mechanical or another applicable field

3+ years of experience with mechatronic system design experience (DAQ systems, test fixtures, test board development, testing software experience)

2+ years of experience in mechatronic system design

Strong organization, record-keeping, and written/verbal communication skills

U.S. Person Required

Proficiency with mCAD/eCAD software (SolidWorks preferred)

Proficiency with DAQ systems (e.g. NI / Labview)

Experience with mechanical/electrical prototyping

Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller programming

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team on system requirements and design development

Ability, agility, and can-do attitude to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and matrixed cross-functional environment

Uses effective written, visual presentation, and oral strategies to communicate technical problems and concepts to a range of technical and non-technical audiences