Vast
space stations
MechanicalEngineer,ThermalControlSystemsII
“Mechanical Engineer, Thermal Control Systems II at Vast. Skills: Thermal Control Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Hardware Development. Own the design and development of thermal control system and components for our artificial-gravity space station, from initial design trades to fully functional and validated system. Iterate on manufacturing processes and development testing in a fast-paced environment”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or other engineering discipline, Experience working with fluid systems or components, 5+ years of hands-on hardware experience performing fabrication, assembly and/or testing
What You'll Do.
Own the design and development of thermal control system and components for our artificial-gravity space station
from initial design trades to fully functional and validated system
Iterate on manufacturing processes and development testing in a fast-paced environment
Own the project delivery timeline from early design through production
Perform systems engineering tasks and fluid analyses
Lead design reviews internally and externally with suppliers and customers
Work with interdisciplinary stakeholders to ensure the component will integrate with the necessary avionics
and mission operations systems
Make sure that all designs are manufacturable and reliable
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with interdisciplinary stakeholders; Lead design reviews internally and externally with suppliers and customers
Process & Methodology
Own the project delivery timeline from early design through production, launch, and orbit insertion
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