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Space Dynamics Laboratory Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer in North Logan, Utah
Job ID: 22372
The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to perform detailed design and analysis of space hardware and subsystems. The successful candidate will be able to immediately begin work on new projects, establish and document requirements, and work closely with small and large engineering teams to turn ideas into working hardware. The nature of the work is rewarding, and employees feel a sense of accomplishment from working on projects from concept through design, implementation, test, and delivery.
SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA’s vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense’s aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you’ve heard of, and others that you haven’t. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.
At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees. SDL offers competitive salaries and fantastic benefits, including:
Flexible work schedules that fit your style—every Friday off, every other Friday off, hybrid remote work, or simply traditional hours
Generous paid leisure and sick leave, ensuring you never miss a special event
Favorable company locations with average commute times of less than 15 minutes
High-quality, low-cost health, dental, and life insurance
A 14.2% employer retirement contribution into a 401(a) account—no matching required!
Utah State University undergraduate tuition discounts of 50%, full reimbursement for graduate tuition, and free course audits for employees and dependents meeting eligibility requirements
A great, highly educated team that works together to solve some of the most fascinating problems on (and off) our planet
We are a growing company that maintains both a family feel and high retention rate with over 90% job satisfaction
Relocation assistance available for most positions
Key Responsibilities:
Creates mechanical design
Performs mechanical analysis
Performs detailed tolerance analysis
Works with machine shop and vendors for hardware fabrication
Laboratory prototyping, assembly, and testing
Communicates effectively through written reports and presentations
Required Qualifications:
MS in applicable technical field (e.g., Mechanical Engineering)
1 year experience with optomechanical systems and optical alignment
Familiarity with optical alignment tools such as precision actuators and autocollimators
Proficiency in the use of computer-aided analysis tools (FEMAP for pre- and post-processing of finite element models; knowledge of NASTRAN for structural analysis)
Proficiency in the use of computer-aided design tools (Solid Edge preferred)
Demonstrated proficiency with GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and providing mechanical tolerance analysis
Understanding of industry specifications, fabrication techniques, and processes
Attention to ISO Quality Assurance standards and other relevant documentation standards
Experience writing technical plans and procedures
Ability to manage vendors or sub-contractors including creating specifications and statement of work (SOW)
Track record of successfully working with and collaborating with teams of engineers
Ability to communicate clearly with personnel of varying technical and professional backgrounds including building presentation slides
Ability to generate, plan, schedule, and coordinate fabrication of materials, parts, and assemblies through the fabrication cycle according to due dates to meet contractual requirements and program goals
Must have or be able to obtain a DoD security clearance
Must be a US citizen
Must be able to travel on a regular basis and work off-site for extended periods of time
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience designing for space environment
Experience in mechanical design of optical instruments, thermal vacuum cryogenic tests
Ability to work in a laboratory environment with precision optical elements and instruments
Experience in thermal and structural/dynamics analysis
Experience in opto-mechanical design of optical instruments
Proficiency in the use of Thermal Desktop for thermal analysis
For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.
EOE including Disability and Vet
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