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Mechanical Design Engineer - Space Exploration Projects
Accepting applicationsMclaurin Aerospace · Houston, TX
Full-Time Mid aiateganmentorrf
Posted
3d ago
Category
Test
Experience
Mid
Country
United States
Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!
We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer - Space Exploration Projects to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.
If Selected You Will
Support NASA's future space exploration activities
Work in a team environment to analyze requirements and develop design solutions
Design, develop, test, analyze, and implement technical products and systems
Perform engineering design evaluations
Produce engineering drawings conforming to applicable standards
Perform dimensional tolerance analyses, including thermal effects and GD&T
Perform functional, structural and thermal analyses as required
Support design with hand calculations for fit, function, strength and thermal response
Prepare and present at various design reviews
Produce other design documentation as required
Perform other reporting duties as required
Qualifications
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering with experience in the field or in a related area.
BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Experience designing parts and assemblies using 3D CAD modeling software
Experience producing drawings conforming to ASME Y14.5
Experience applying tolerance analyses, including thermal effects and GD&T
Experience with machine shop processes and rapid prototyping (3D printing)
Experience with both structural and thermal analysis of parts and assemblies
Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Prior NASA (especially JSC) or aerospace development & manufacturing experience
Familiarity with JSC Engineering Drawing System Manual (JPR 8500)
Familiarity with JSC Fabrication Tolerances and Practices (SKZ36103755)
Experience designing NASA flight hardware and creating drawings for NASA/JSC
Mechanisms or robotics design experience
Experience using PTC CREO or Pro/Engineer and related extensions such as Cabling, Piping, Sheetmetal and Simulation
Experience leading technical design teams and mentoring junior engineers
NASA or aerospace mechanical design experience
Benefits
Competitive pay
Positive work-life balance
100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
11 paid holidays annually
Generous PTO
401k after 12 months of service with employer match
Education assistance
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines.
US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.
Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer - Space Exploration Projects to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.
If Selected You Will
Support NASA's future space exploration activities
Work in a team environment to analyze requirements and develop design solutions
Design, develop, test, analyze, and implement technical products and systems
Perform engineering design evaluations
Produce engineering drawings conforming to applicable standards
Perform dimensional tolerance analyses, including thermal effects and GD&T
Perform functional, structural and thermal analyses as required
Support design with hand calculations for fit, function, strength and thermal response
Prepare and present at various design reviews
Produce other design documentation as required
Perform other reporting duties as required
Qualifications
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering with experience in the field or in a related area.
BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Experience designing parts and assemblies using 3D CAD modeling software
Experience producing drawings conforming to ASME Y14.5
Experience applying tolerance analyses, including thermal effects and GD&T
Experience with machine shop processes and rapid prototyping (3D printing)
Experience with both structural and thermal analysis of parts and assemblies
Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Prior NASA (especially JSC) or aerospace development & manufacturing experience
Familiarity with JSC Engineering Drawing System Manual (JPR 8500)
Familiarity with JSC Fabrication Tolerances and Practices (SKZ36103755)
Experience designing NASA flight hardware and creating drawings for NASA/JSC
Mechanisms or robotics design experience
Experience using PTC CREO or Pro/Engineer and related extensions such as Cabling, Piping, Sheetmetal and Simulation
Experience leading technical design teams and mentoring junior engineers
NASA or aerospace mechanical design experience
Benefits
Competitive pay
Positive work-life balance
100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
11 paid holidays annually
Generous PTO
401k after 12 months of service with employer match
Education assistance
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines.
US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.
Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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