Principal COPV Mechanical Design Engineer – Lunar Permanence

Role Overview

• Create architecture and detailed designs
• Create CAD models, detailed drawings, manufacturing processes associated with composites and pressure vessel's
• Develop and execute test plans for COPV qualification and acceptance, including performing tests and analyzing data
• Partner with third-party vendors for COPV design, manufacturing, and analysis, and manage these relationships
• Support integration of COPV's on the vehicles and collaborate with other engineering disciplines, such as propulsion, structures, and manufacturing
• Conduct research and analysis to identify and implement design improvements for COPV's for future vehicle and applications

Requirements

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering
• 12+ years of experience with automotive, aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures
• Excellent written and oral skills
• Structural design of metallic and composite components and assemblies
• Material selection, compatibility and manufacturing techniques
• Strong mechanical design and integration skills using ProEngineer Wildfire 4, Creo Parametric, NX and/or Catia
• Familiar with GD&T analysis (ASME Y14.5)
• Technical writing experience for reporting requirements, test plans etc.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays