Mechanical Systems Engineer

Company: Maxar Technologies
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: May 23, 2020

Job Description:

Maxar is looking for a Mechanical Systems Engineer to develop and implement the requirements and verification plan for the mechanical aspects of spacecraft designs. These programs vary from geostationary missions to lunar missions and beyond. This role provides the opportunity to become an expert in the application of systems engineering practices as they apply to the mechanical engineering of a spacecraft starting with the front-end requirements work and culminating in the final sell-off of the mechanical verification prior to spacecraft shipment to launch base.

Job Requirements:

Experience applying systems engineering principles to complex mechanical systems

Experience with the integration and testing of complex mechanical systems

Familiarity with dynamic environments and related testing of complex structures is a plus

Familiarity with Matlab, Python, and other object based languages is a plus

Work with Requirements Management Systems, e.g. DOORS, JAMA, DOORSNext Gen, to capture and flow down requirements, document compliance, and verification methods

Evaluate risk management for complex mechanical systems during mission operations, including contingency planning, hazard analysis, and failure assessment

Troubleshoot mechanical anomalies in complex mechanical systems

Familiarity with mechanical alignments processes

Familiarity with payload integration on to the integrated launch vehicle

Minimum Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or other related field and 3 years of relevant experience; 4 additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

Experience applying systems engineering principles to complex mechanical systems

Experience with the integration and testing of complex mechanical systems

Keywords: Maxar Technologies, Palo Alto , Mechanical Systems Engineer, Other , Palo Alto, California