CesiumAstro

space and airborne platforms

MechanicalEngineerII

$100–121k El Segundo, California, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid candidates.

The Brief

“Mechanical Engineer II at CesiumAstro. Skills: design and analysis of avionics or ruggedized embedded electronics packaging, thermal, vibration, stress dynamics, aircraft structures and mechanisms, CAD, FEA, CNC manufacturing. design and analysis of avionics or ruggedized embedded electronics packaging. design and analysis of thermal, vibration, and stress dynamics”

Industry & Context.

space and airborne platforms
Eligibility Requirements

applicant must be a U. S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U. S. , conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U. S. C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U. S. Department of State.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university or institution, Minimum of 2 years of industry experience in design and analysis of avionics or ruggedized embedded electronics packaging, including thermal, vibration, and stress dynamics or in aircraft structures and mechanisms, Familiarity with electronics assemblies, Experience working closely with electrical engineers, Experience with CAD software packages, such as SolidWorks, Experience with professional mechanical and FEA CAD tools, such as Ansys, Experience with CNC manufacturing, Experience with EMIC mitigation techniques, Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice to Have

Aerospace industry design, development, and qualification

What You'll Do.

design and analysis of avionics or ruggedized embedded electronics packaging

design and analysis of thermal

design and analysis of aircraft structures and mechanisms

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

working closely with electrical engineers

Communication Scope

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Full Job Description

## Description Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team. ## JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university or institution. Minimum of 2 years of industry experience in design and analysis of avionics or ruggedized embedded electronics packaging, including thermal, vibration, and stress dynamics or in aircraft structures and mechanisms. Familiarity with electronics assemblies and experience working closely with electrical engineers. Experience with CAD software packages, such as SolidWorks. Experience with professional mechanical and FEA CAD tools, such as Ansys. Experience with CNC manufacturing. Experience with EMI/EMC mitigation techniques. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. ## PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Aerospace industry design, development, and qualification. ## Additional Information CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.  Full-time employment offers

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