Starcloud
space economy
MechanicalEngineer(LoadsandDynamics)
“Mechanical Engineer (Loads and Dynamics) at Starcloud. Skills: Loads and Dynamics Analysis, Testing and Validation, Tooling and Cross-Functional Engineering. Resolve spacecraft dynamics problems through analysis, test, and model correlation.. Develop and maintain finite element models for spacecraft structures, mechanisms, deployable solar arrays, deployable radiators, and related hardware.”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure Starcloud’s space-based data centers can survive launch, deploy reliably, and operate safely in orbit.; improve spacecraft reliability.; improve speed and quality of dynamics work.; ensure hardware is designed for efficient build and qualification.; Contribute to fast design iteration for large lightweight deployable spacecraft structures.
Industry & Context.
Resolve spacecraft dynamics problems through analysis, test, and model correlation.; identify and resolve structural or dynamic risks early in the design cycle.
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones., Must be a U. S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U. S. export regulations.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline., 4+ years of experience in dynamics, structural analysis, mechanical testing, or hands-on aerospace hardware development., Experience analyzing test data, building hardware, or supporting mechanical qualification of flight or launch vehicle systems., analytical fundamentals in vibrations, structural dynamics, mechanics, and frequency-domain analysis., Experience with finite element modeling or structural analysis tools.
Nice to Have
Master's or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline., Experience with vibration, modal, acoustic, or shock testing., Experience with Ansys, NX, or similar analysis and tools., Experience building, correlating, and validating finite element models., Working knowledge of strength, stability, fatigue, and failure mechanisms., Experience with spacecraft, launch vehicle, satellite, or deployable space structures., Experience with large lightweight structures, deployable solar arrays, deployable radiators, or spacecraft mechanisms., software skills for analysis automation, data processing, signal processing, or internal tool development., Ability to work independently in a fast-moving hardware development environment.
What You'll Do.
Resolve spacecraft dynamics problems through analysis
and model correlation.
Develop and maintain finite element models for spacecraft structures
deployable solar arrays
and related hardware.
Perform dynamic analyses for launch
and on-orbit operational environments.
and forcing-function environments.
and margin analyses where needed to improve spacecraft reliability.
Use commercial and in-house tools to perform analysis
and develop new tools where existing methods are insufficient.
Own dynamic testing from start to finish
including pre-test analysis
and post-test reporting.
Plan and execute vibration
and other environmental tests for spacecraft hardware.
Process and interpret test data using signal processing techniques.
Correlate test results with analytical models and update models as needed.
Define qualification and acceptance test approaches for flight hardware.
Produce clear test reports
analysis documentation
and recommendations for design improvements.
and internal tools to improve speed and quality of dynamics work.
Work with design engineers to identify and resolve structural or dynamic risks early in the design cycle.
Support trades across mass
Collaborate with manufacturing
and test teams to ensure hardware is designed for efficient build and qualification.
Contribute to fast design iteration for large lightweight deployable spacecraft structures.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with mechanical, mechanisms, structures, thermal, avionics, and integration teams.; Work with design engineers to identify and resolve structural or dynamic risks early in the design cycle.; Collaborate with manufacturing, integration, and test teams to ensure hardware is designed for efficient build and qualification.
Communication Scope
Produce clear test reports, analysis documentation, and recommendations for design improvements.
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