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Position:

Mechanical Engineer

NovaWurks

Engineered for Curiosity

Salary:

85,000 – 100,000 USD/year

Type:

Full Time

Location:

Los Alamitos, CA

Category:

Engineering
Mechanical Engineering



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Schedule

  • Monday to Friday
  • 40+ hours a week
  • Flexible Schedule

Our Benefits

  • 401k Plans
  • Generous PTO
  • 100% Medical Coverage
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance Plans
  • Paid Sick Days

Our Unique Benefits

  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Cell Phone Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Stocked Snacks
  • Game Room

Website NovaWurks

Engineered for Curiosity

NovaWurks is looking for an individual to join our collaborative team responsible for developing innovative space products for commercial and government customers. The ideal candidate would have a combination of technical skills, personal qualities, and mechanical experience that would enable them to excel in the position. The successful candidate will help us design, develop, and devise our SLEGO™ modules and conformal spacecraft.

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ObjectivesResponsibilitiesRequired SkillsPreferred SkillsCharacter Qualifications
  • To design, develop, test, and optimize the mechanical systems required for SLEGO spacecraft, while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and working collaboratively with other team members.
  • Design and development: Responsible for designing the configuration of mechanical systems required for a spacecraft, such as supports, propulsion systems, life support systems, and other mechanical components.
  • Testing and analysis: Conduct testing and analysis of the mechanical systems to ensure that they meet all performance requirements and are safe for use in space.
  • Optimization: Work to optimize the mechanical systems to reduce weight and improve efficiency, while still meeting all performance and safety requirements.
  • Materials selection: Responsible for selecting materials for the mechanical systems that can withstand the harsh environment of space, including extreme temperatures, radiation, and vacuum conditions.
  • Documentation: Responsible for documenting the design, development, and testing of the mechanical systems, including any modifications or upgrades.
  • Collaboration: They would work closely with other engineers, technicians, and project managers to ensure that the spacecraft is designed and built to the required specifications and meets all performance requirements.
  • Prequement: Identify potential suppliers of goods and services required by the company. Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure that they meet the company’s requirements for quality, cost, and delivery.
  • Safety: The mechanical engineer would be responsible for ensuring that all mechanical systems are designed and built to meet all safety regulations and standards.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering (or similar) OR 4 years of engineering experience.
    • Note: New/recent graduates will be considered if they can demonstrate exemplary capabilities and experience implementing designs in school or personal projects in lieu of professional experience. 
  • 1 + Year in computer-aided design (CAD) software like Solidworks, AutoCAD, CATIA and Fusion 360.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • United States citizenship is required.
  • 2+ years of experience in the aerospace industry.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
  • Capable to perform second-party verifications and visually inspect mechanical assemblies to drawings, engineering specifications, and written assembly, integration, and test procedures.
  • Self-awareness; not afraid to ask for help or admit error.
  • Ownership, Initiative, and Accountability.
  • Flexibility in a range of responsibilities.
  • Ability to learn from failure.
  • Embrace SPI (Second Party Inspection).