We are an engineering staffing agency with a specialty in the recruitment of Mechanical Engineers. We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer for our client that is at the forefront of pioneering general-purpose autonomous space robotics technology. Their focus is on developing extra-vehicular robotics (EVR) capable of executing docking, repair, and maintenance tasks for On-Orbit Servicing (OOS) and conducting various activities for lunar base construction and exploration. Join their team and be part of shaping the future of space exploration.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct research on existing studies and technology trends.
- Develop new design concepts that can achieve pragmatic robot performance.
- Design electro-mechanical systems and mechanisms for space robotics applications.
- Ensure optimal robot assembly configurations, considering both electrical and software requirements.
- Select and integrate components in electronic system design, collaborating with team members on electrical control.
- Conduct functional testing, including operational verification testing and reliability/quality evaluation.
- Perform field testing, such as space environmental testing and thermal/vibration evaluation.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Required Skills and Experience
- 3+ years of relevant experience in the design of electro-mechanical systems and mechanisms.
- Advanced CAD user (e.g., Solidworks), including finite element analysis.
- Deep understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Hands-on skills in mechanical assembly and testing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in designing space robotics (e.g., satellites, rovers).
- Expertise in thermal design and vibration tests.
- Experience transitioning from R&D to production stage.
- Ability to perform failure analysis for design hardware.
- Understanding of aerospace metals, including stainless steel, aluminum alloys, and titanium alloys.
