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Solar Array Design Engineer (Mechanical Engineer, Staff)
About Us
We are a leading developer and provider of satellite mechanisms, deployable structures and booms and deployable solar array systems to the global space market.
Our team is revolutionizing spaceflight and currently utilized on missions with NASA, the Department of Defense, and commercial space companies. We are building above by accelerating humanity's expansion into space.
Job Description
We have an opportunity for a Solar Array Design Engineer to join our team in Goleta, CA. In this role, you will report to the Design Engineering Group Manager and be part of a project team working on various tasks, including electrical and mechanical design.
Responsibilities
- Perform sizing and power analysis for PV deployable solar arrays.
- Design, layout and model electrical schematics, harnessing and circuit boards for space deployables.
- Develop and execute qualification campaigns for PV and electrical components including mechanical, thermal and radiation testing.
- Work closely with manufacturing engineering to develop and validate electrical interconnect processes such as welding and soldering.
- Collaborate with systems engineering on electrical de-rating and EEE parts lists.
- Proactively interface with multi-disciplinary team members to optimize component and system designs that meet all technical, cost and schedule requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or other related degree with 8 or more years of relevant experience.
- Experience working with design, manufacture and verification of electromechanical systems, photovoltaics, and composite structures.
- Experienced with SolidWorks PDM or CAD.
- Experienced with GD&T per ASME Y14.5 along with tolerance analysis capabilities.
- Ability to travel - an average of 10-15% travel may be required.
Desired Skills
- 10 or more years' experience in space industry, including developing, building, and testing space flight hardware, ideally deployable solar arrays.
- Self-motivated in applying engineering principles, concepts, and practices of mechanical / aerospace engineering to independently perform assignments.
- Experience with space mechanism design and aerospace guidelines such as GSFC-STD-7000A (GEVS), AIAA S-114-2005, NASA-STD-5017, MMPDS, etc.
- Experience with Thermal Desktop, NASTRAN or ANSYS is a plus.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office 365.
- Strong attention to detail with advanced verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to produce 'completed staff work'.
- Growth mindset.
Culture and Benefits
We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence.
We strive to build a diverse and inclusive culture, so if you're excited about this job posting, we encourage you to apply.
