Sierra Space

space and defense technology

PrincipalMechanicalEngineer

$167–230k Broomfield, Colorado, United States FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Principal Mechanical Engineer at Sierra Space. Skills: Mechanical Engineering, system and component design, development, and integration, trade studies, architecture definition, system testing and verification, troubleshooting, data analysis and interpretation, technical documentation and reports. lead design and analysis efforts for multiple programs and complex design activities. manage all aspects of system and component design, development, and integration”

What You'll Achieve.

driving innovation; ensuring successful project execution; supporting the overall mission of the organization; safeguard our nation; sustain human presence in space; secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond; safeguarding national security; protect, preserve and empower

Industry & Context.

space and defense technology
Problems you'll solve

Ability to provide solutions to unusually complex technical problems; analyzing and interpreting data; troubleshooting; rigorous analyses to address complex technical challenges

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +10 yrs experience), 12+ years of related experience, Demonstrated expertise in Mechanical Engineering technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques, Ability to provide solutions to unusually complex technical problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity, Ability to work under consultative direction towards predetermined long-range goals and objectives

Nice to Have

Advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, 10+ years of experience in deployable space structures design and analysis, Demonstrated expertise in system-level architecture development for spacecraft subsystems, Experience with structural performance modeling of deployable mechanisms, Experience leading trade studies and architecture selection processes, Proven ability to manage complex technical projects from concept to prototype, Knowledge of environmental testing protocols for space hardware development and qualification, Experience with spacecraft Electrical Power Systems (EPS) and solar array technologies, including power generation, distribution, and management systems, Proven track record in high-volume manufacturing environments with demonstrated ability to implement Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to spacecraft systems

What You'll Do.

lead design and analysis efforts for multiple programs and complex design activities

manage all aspects of system and component design

perform trade studies

architecture definition

system testing and verification

utilize data analysis and interpretation skills to evaluate test and simulation data

inform design decisions

and identify areas for improvement

interact with senior personnel across the organization on significant technical matters

prepare detailed technical documentation and reports

represent the organization as the prime technical contact on contracts and projects

develop and implement innovative solutions and rigorous analyses to address complex technical challenges

mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on their technical and professional development

collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and refine system designs

ensuring they meet performance and safety requirements

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

collaborating with cross-functional teams; interact with senior personnel across the organization; collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and refine system designs

Communication Scope

prepare detailed technical documentation and reports to communicate findings and support project objectives

Process & Methodology

lead projects or significant aspects of a program, manage all aspects of system and component design, development, and integration, Proven ability to manage complex technical projects from concept to prototype

Full Job Description

# **Sierra Space Careers:** At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth. Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond. Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space. We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team. # **About the Role** The Principal Mechanical Engineer role focuses on applying advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts to engineering projects, as well as contributing to the development of new principles and concepts. The position involves leading projects or significant aspects of a program, developing and implementing innovative solutions, and working under consultative direction toward long-range goals and objectives. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, analyzing and interpreting data, preparing detailed technical documentation, and mentoring junior engineers. This role is critical in driving innovation, ensuring successful project execution, and supporting the overall mission of the organization. In this role, you will lead design and analysis efforts for multiple programs and complex design activities, which may include serving as a Responsible Engineer (RE). You will manage all aspects of system and component design, development, and integration, including trade studies, layouts, architecture definition, system testing and verification, and troubleshooting. By applying advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts, you will contribute to engineering projects, utilizing data analysis and interpretation skills to evaluate test and simul

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