Electro Mechanical Engineer I

About the Company - At Cristek, we are committed to a high-performance culture that inspires our people to reach new heights. Our team members take pride in tackling complex technical challenges in an environment built on mutual trust and integrity. By joining us, you’ll find a workplace that brings greater job fulfillment, meaningful recognition, and the ability to work on mission critical programs. Our team specializes in the spacecraft and military systems, focusing on dynamic interconnect solutions for satellites and mission-critical hardware. As a Level I Electrical/Mechanical Engineer, you will play an essential role in advancing and supporting cutting-edge defense and aerospace technologies. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, test, and troubleshoot intricate systems, upholding the highest standards of quality, reliability, and compliance. This role is perfect for someone with a solid technical foundation, the desire for a multidiscipline role in aerospace manufacturing, and a drive to expand their expertise in the aerospace industry.

Cristek is a Qnnect Company, a portfolio company of Arcline Investment Management, with revenues above $80 million and ~350 employees across multiple locations, is certified in many industry standards (AS9100, NADCAP, Etc.) and is compliant with U.S. government DFAR and ITAR requirements.

About the Role - Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify and analyze requirements, conceive and develop trade studies on mechanism design options.
• Create and iterate detailed CAD models of design options – mechanism geometry, materials / lubrication selections, assembly processes and test methods.
• Create ASTM standard fabrication, assembly, and operational drawings for fabrication.
• Analyze (classical) all load conditions (static, dynamic, thermal, fatigue) for compliance.
• Develop test plans throughout development with variable isolation DOEs and statistical analysis for long term reliability assessments as needed.
• Define qualification plans and identify acceptance testing methods.
• Facilitate cost trades on multiple parallel configurations for cost/manufacturability vs design uncertainty.
• Produce complete design packages – detailed drawings, analysis reports, BOMs, Assembly documentation.
• Maintain strong collaboration with other internal and external customers and take ownership of the sustaining, product development, manufacturing and testing.
• Have proficient capability to execute projects for product, process and equipment manufacturing improvements including the design, build, commissioning and production hand-off.

Qualifications - Education and Experience

• Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or related discipline.
• Work experience may substitute this requirement.
• Experience designing structures and mechanisms for aerospace, military, and/or space applications.
• Practical Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Experience with Solidworks, PDM, and ECO release process.
• Willingness to work on a small team performing complex engineering design evaluations and product sustainment.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Ability to drive design and decision forward to be realized.

Preferred Skills

• Design experience (Connectors, Harness assemblies, twist capsules, slip rings, tooling, mechanisms for aerospace) mechanisms) highly desired.
• Experienced in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), statistical tolerance analysis techniques, CTF dimensioning, and geometric tolerancing.
• PLM experience highly desired.
• Understanding of Engineering Simulation, design table and library generation.
• Experience in spaceflight pedigree requirements.
• IPC-610/620 requirements for electronics.
• Flexible circuit, electronics, and mechanism knowledge.
• Knowledge of industry-standard mechanical design principles, to include, but not limited to parametric design, model-based definition, material hardware selection, manufacturing, and production processes.
• Proficiency with MS Office tools for scheduling, tracking, and presentations.

Qualifications that are nice to have

• Office Work
• Test lab with exposure to sudden, loud noises
• Ability to work independently to create and deliver testing results.

Working Conditions

• Office Work
• Test lab with exposure to sudden, loud noises
• Ability to work independently to create and deliver testing results.
• Sitting for extended periods: This is the most significant physical demand in most office jobs, requiring proper chair adjustments to maintain good posture.
• Hand and finger dexterity: The ability to type, use a mouse, and manipulate small objects is crucial.
• Visual acuity: Good near vision is essential for working on a computer screen.
• Occasional standing and walking: Moving around to retrieve documents, interact with colleagues, or use office equipment may be required.
• Reaching: Reaching for items on a desk or shelf may be necessary.
• Light lifting: While not always required, some jobs might involve lifting small boxes or files.

At Cristek, we strive to create an inclusive and supportive work environment, and our benefits package reflects this commitment. Some of our benefit offerings include:

• Insurance benefits: We provide our employees with access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurances to ensure they can prioritize their health and well-being.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe in the importance of work-life balance, so we offer generous PTO allowances that accrue with each pay period so that our employees can rest and recharge, spend time with family and friends, or pursue personal interests.
• Paid Holidays: We recognize the importance of spending time with loved ones during holidays, so our employees receive paid holidays to celebrate and enjoy these moments.
• Growth Participation Units (GPUs): We provide growth participation units (GPUs) to our employees, which represent a share of the company's growth and success. Our GPUs are issued to all employees and as we increase the value of our business, they grow in value as well. When the private equity firm that currently owns us sells the company, GPUs will be paid out, with all employees sharing in the profits from the sale.
• 401(k) Matching: We offer up to 4% of 401(k) matching to help our employees save for their future.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurances: We want to ensure that our employees are protected in case of unexpected circumstances, and provide short-term & long-term disability insurances, entirely employer paid
• Tuition reimbursement: We believe in continuous learning and development and offer tuition reimbursement to support our employees' educational goals.
• Additional perks: Our employees enjoy a range of additional benefits such as dependable work schedules, overtime opportunities, term life & AD&D insurance, etc.

Qnnect and its affiliated companies are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.?

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.