What You'll Do- Own one of several upgrade modules and drive from concept to completion
- Tightly work with the NEXUS-1 spacecraft team to ensure the upgrade modules integrate smoothly to the spacecraft
- Identify and analyze requirements, conceive and develop trade studies on mechanical systems.
- Create and iterate detailed CAD models.
- Create detailed 2D manufacturing drawings and perform tolerance stack-up analyses to ensure design intent.
- Analyze structural integrity and performance of parts and assemblies using analytical methods and FEA tools.
- Apply sound mechanical engineering principles to solve challenges involving load paths, stiffness, thermal effects, and vibration.
- Participate in design reviews, failure mode analysis, and system-level integration.
- Rapidly prototype and iterate on designs using additive manufacturing, machining, and other fabrication methods.
- Interface with electrical, software, and systems teams to ensure mechanical solutions meet overall system requirements.
- Support mechanical integration, testing, and troubleshooting of assemblies both in the lab and in the field.
What We're Looking For Required - 3-4 years experience designing, modeling and creating drawings for spacecraft or payloads.
- 1-2 years experience creating work instructions and supporting the build process.
- 1-2 years experience running FEA analyses to assess vibration and shock loads for spacecraft or payloads.
- Strong understanding of mechanics of materials, material failure modes, and associated analysis methods
- Familiarity with a wide set of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, forming, and joining methods
Your Ideal Background Preferred - Hands-on experience building and testing flight hardware
- Experience with avionics, optics and harnessing
- Experience in start-up environments with minimal oversight
- Experience designing and integrating EP or Chem Prop systems
- Ability to think in a systems mindset and understand how one subsystem affects the others
Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $110,000 - $140,000 annually.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.
