Muon Space
Space Systems
SeniorOptomechanicalEngineer
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“Senior Optomechanical Engineer at Muon Space”
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis
Access to export controlled information
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross functional team members; Subsystem engineers; Systems engineers; AI&T teams; Production teams; External partner teams
Communication Scope
Communication skills; Presentation skills
Full Job Description
About the role Muon Space seeks a Senior Optomechanical Engineer to join our team in Mountain View, CA, supporting the production of infrared remote sensing instruments. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated engineer with a versatile skill set who is comfortable working across many layers of technical depth from individual components through system level. In this role you will span the full lifecycle of instrument development–from design and analysis, to assembly, integration, and test. You will be responsible for interacting with cross functional team members, vendors, and partners to drive optomechanical subsystem development. Previous experience developing optical and infrared instruments and associated test infrastructure for space remote sensing in fast-paced and small-team environments is preferred. Responsibilities Own optomechanical design efforts including concept development, trade studies, and preliminary sizing of hardware at various levels of assembly (component to system). Own subsystem and system-level analyses including STOP analysis, tolerance stackups, and alignment planning. Support Design for Manufacturing/Assembly (DFM/DFA) efforts to drive continuous improvement and volume production. Support optical instrument assembly, integration, and test (AI&T) planning and implementation, including collaboration with cross-functional teams. Support subsystem and instrument-level testing, including environmental (vibration, thermal-vacuum (TVAC) testing) and system characterization/V& V. Contribute to the continuous improvement of best practices, processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in instrument development. Collaborate and communicate effectively with subsystem engineers and analysts, instrument and spacecraft systems engineers, AI&T and production teams, program managers, external partner teams, and other stakeholders. Qualifications B.S, M.S., or Ph. D. in an engineering field, or equivalent experience. 5+ years
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