Mechanical Systems Engineer, Space Flight Hardware

Job Code 3886

Assigned Aurora Location Cambridge, MA

Locations Cambridge, MA

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Mechanical Systems Engineer, Space Flight Hardware

Position Overview

At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Mechanical Systems Engineer, Space Flight Hardware to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Responsibilities

As part of a small, highly collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to contribute directly to spaceflight hardware development and production with a high level of project ownership. Candidates must have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills and thrive in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.

• Perform qualification and acceptance level environmental testing, including generating test plans, procedures, executing tests, and analyzing test results.

• Perform mechanical assembly, integration, and test of spaceflight hardware and support equipment.

• Provide technical expertise related to test operations and results.

• Communicate information about design, requirements, and performance between the engineering team, management, customer, and vendors

  Minimum Requirements

-Minimum of B.S. in mechanical or aerospace engineering (or related STEM discipline) plus 2+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of technical education and experience).

-Hands-on experience in the development and testing of spaceflight hardware.

-Excellent written, verbal, and virtual communication skills.

-Must be a US Person

Preferred Requirements

-Expertise in the development of space systems, from conceptual design through delivery, including traceability requirements for safety critical systems.

-Experience developing test plans and procedures.

-Experience with CAD software (CREO and CATIA preferred).

-Operation, assembly/disassembly, and maintenance of test equipment required including but not limited to thermal chamber and pressure systems.

-Experience working with standards for spaceflight hardware design and test (MIL-STD-810, NASA-STD-5020).

-Experience with quality systems (ISO9001, AS9100) in a production environment.

-Experience working in and maintaining a clean room environment (ISO Class 8 or cleaner).

Physical Requirements

• Assembly of hardware required, including but not limited to small screws and precision applications of adhesive and grease.

• Ability to lift 35 pounds

  Salary Range (Annualized USD)

• Minimum Range: $68,000.00 to $120,000.00

• Maximum Range: $84,000.00 to $150,000.00

  Aurora Company Overview Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. During the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid-prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers. Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora’s innovation is combined with Boeing’s size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems.

  Equal Opportunity Employer Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

  Aurora Total Rewards At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.