Structures & Mechanisms Mechanical Engineer

Location: Houston, TX

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens or permanent residents are eligible for consideration at this time.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include but is not limited to testing for marijuana use.
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience. 
• Relevant experience in mechanical engineering applied to mechanisms, mechatronics in aeronautical and space, automotive or robotics engineering field. 
• Strong knowledge of static & dynamics, structural analysis, fracture control, fatigue, thermal effects, materials & lubrication. 
• Demonstrated product development from initial concept to manufacturing, including requirements writing, risk reduction through verification and validation strategies.
• Experience with SOLIDWORKS 3D modeling software or similar computer aided design tool. 
• Experience with FEA software packages (Ansys, Nastran preferred) and MathWorks MATLAB & Simulink products. 
• Experience creating and reviewing engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y-14.5.
• Experience with Design for manufacturing, qualification & acceptance testing. 
• Experience in functional management and mentoring. 
• Background with Spaceflight hardware design & NASA standards preferred. 
• Show a track record of providing efficient solutions to difficult technical challenges.
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results.
• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical engineering, or related field required.

Desired Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Master’s degree.