Millennium Space Systems · 7 hours ago
Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer (Entry-Level) - Millennium Space Systems
El Segundo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$82K/yr - $120K/yr
1+ years expMillennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security, is seeking a Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer to support the Engineering team in El Segundo, CA. The role involves mechanical design and configuration of satellite structures, ensuring that space vehicles survive their development and operational lifecycles.
AerospaceSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform structural design and configuration tasks necessary to deliver high performance satellite systems
Perform first order layout and mass properties analyses
Support procurement of materials and components
Identify processes, tests, and manufacturing tools necessary to deliver a qualified spacecraft structure and components
Work to subsystem schedule and deliverables
Develop first-order structural models in support of mechanical design performance predictions
Support structural qualification testing on spacecraft systems and components including test design, test conduct, and interface equipment for unit under test
Document, analyze, and troubleshoot unexpected discrepancies in mechanical designs
Produce part and assembly drawings to facilitate Assembly, Test, and Launch Operations
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
1-5 years of experience with SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD package
1-2 years of hands-on fabrication experience (personal hobby projects, classwork, or extracurricular design clubs included)
Familiarity with mechanical design of spacecraft, e.g. materials, environments, and manufacturing processes
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a 'US Person' as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. 'US Person' includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee
Preferred
1-3 years of experience with mechanical design
Ability to design, develop, implement, and test structural systems and/or mechanism designs
Demonstrate clear communication and organizational skills
Active TS/SCI Clearance
Benefits
Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work
Company
Millennium Space Systems
Millennium Space Systems, a provider of agile, flight-proven small-satellite solutions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-08-16Acquired
Leadership Team
Robert Jacobsen
Chief Financial Officer
Shasta Noble
Chief Financial Officer
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