General Atomics · 1 day ago
Spacecraft Mechanical Design Engineer
Englewood, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$116K/yr - $209K/yr
7+ years expGeneral Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. They are seeking an experienced Spacecraft Mechanical Design Engineer to support satellite technology development and ensure seamless integration of complex systems.
Telecom & CommunicationsEnergyManufacturingEnergy EfficiencyWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Developing engineering solutions that require creative designs, detailed analysis, investigation, and resolution of routine engineering problems
Experience with design, analysis, drafting, build and test of advanced space hardware. Apply statistical methods and perform mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes
Responsible for development of design specifications, CAD models, and technical drawings to identify potential conflicts early in the design process
Develop and maintain integration plans, schedules, and milestones to track progress to ensure on budget and timely completion of design integration tasks
Conduct design reviews and provide feedback on design concepts, proposing solutions to optimize integration efficiency. Provides practical solutions and insight to problems involving integration and design
Coordinate procurement of components and materials required for integration with GA-EMS internal machine shop and external vendors
Leads or performs detailed tolerance stack up analysis and geometric and dimensional tolerancing (GD&T) to ensure proper fit and alignment of components
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical, software, test and systems engineering, to ensure seamless system integration and compatibility
Determines technical objectives and develop innovative, practical solutions to advanced technical engineering problems
Addresses complex and difficult technical issues requiring highly creative approaches, drawing on advanced engineering concepts
Will work on space systems, high energy lasers, electro-optical systems, and other various systems
Hands-on work environment and high level of interaction with system components. Oversee prototype builds and implement lessons learned into design
Able to balance several mechanical design projects while tracking design/release schedule and cost
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education
Strong experience with GD&T application
Real-world experience in structural design, drafting, and modeling for space vehicles
Experience with CAD (SolidWorks) and FEA software (ANSYS, NASTRAN, FEMAP) required; MATLAB experience helpful
Prior experience in space domain and satellite segment design
Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS-SCI security clearance is required; an active and current TS/SCI clearance is desired
Preferred
Exposure to laboratory environments preferred (materials characterization, testing, vibration analysis, failure analysis)
Desired knowledge of fluid dynamics, heat transfer, structural mechanics, dynamics, space systems, launch environments, and optical systems
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities
Ability to represent the organization as a prime technical contact and provide leadership to junior staff
Quick to understand and apply new concepts in a changing environment
Thorough grasp of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory, with broad and expanding technical knowledge
Ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases, and determine approaches to complex problems
Company
General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and technology company specializing in research and technology development.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyTechstars,Techstars Ventures
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Wayne Solomon
Vice President, Magnetic Fusion Energy
Recent News
2026-02-12
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