Flight Hardware Design Engineer

Flight Hardware Design EngineerViridian Space Corporation is an early-stage, space technology start-up located in El Segundo (Los Angeles), California. Viridian's mission is to commercialize a new generation of agile, refuellable satellites and to unlock commercial access to Very Low Earth Orbits, far below where traditional Low Earth Orbit satellites fly. We are looking for energetic and talented people to join our team to support hardware prototyping, culminating in the flight of our satellite with a novel plasma propulsion system.Here is what we expect a Mechanical Engineer to do in the first year at the company:Design and CAD mechanical concepts for space-flight components, such as deployment mechanisms, launch latches, etc.Demonstrate concept designs can survive launch loads in simulationBuild and test the designed components, including qualification campaignsSupport, design, and build of test-jigs for non-flight componentsEssential skills:SolidWorksGD&TDesign for FlightFEA or similar analysis toolsHands-on experience with flight hardwareOther skills that may be helpful:Experience with lifetime analysis (strain life, random vibration analysis, etc.)Electrical experiencePython or other programming languagesCommunication and presentationYou must be very good at:Mechanical Design for SpaceflightSolidWorks/CADIndependently bringing concepts to realityYou will love this job if:You are a tinkererYou love making and breaking thingsYou have self-motivation to drive forward improvementsYou enjoy working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environmentYou love finding solutions to problemsYou pay close attention to detailsBenefits:401(k)Medical, Dental, VisionPaid unlimited vacationEmployee equity optionsImportant Note: This position will require obtaining and maintaining DoD Secret clearance.

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