Mechanical Engineer - Design

Job ID: 3272

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, analyze, manufacture, assemble, and test flight hardware and ground support equipment. SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Works with a cross-functional team, uses CAD software to produce 3D models of flight hardware and ground support equipment
• Creates part fabrication and assembly drawings
• Plans and executes hardware assembly, including generating assembly planning, kitting hardware for the build, supporting assembly activities, and documenting the build in accordance with SDL's quality management system
• Laboratory prototyping, assembly, and testing
• Bolted-joint analysis
• Basic thermal and structural analyses
• Detailed tolerance analysis
• Communicates effectively through written reports and presentations

• A BS in applicable technical field (e.g. mechanical engineering)
• At least 2-years post-graduation engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in CAD design and drafting
• Proficiency with GD&T per ASME Y14.5
• Understanding of structural and thermal engineering principles
• Understanding of industry specifications, fabrication techniques, and processes
• Experience writing technical plans and procedures
• Ability to communicate clearly with personnel of varying technical and professional backgrounds including building presentation slides
• Ability to generate, plan, schedule, and coordinate fabrication of materials, parts, and assemblies through the fabrication cycle according to due dates to meet contractual requirements and program goals
• Must have or be able to obtain a DoD security clearance
• Must be a US citizen

• Proficiency with Solid Edge software
• Experience with product lifecycle management software, e.g. Teamcenter or SolidWorks PDM
• Experience designing for space environment
• Experience with mechanisms and kinematics
• Experience with composite materials
• Experience designing optical systems

• SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.