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Mechanical Design Engineer – Solar Array
| Company | Apex |
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| Location | Los Angeles, CA, USA |
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| Salary | $115000 – $145000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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| Experience Level | Mid Level |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
- 3+ years of hands-on experience designing and qualifying mechanisms for space applications
- Strong CAD proficiency (NX preferred)
- Skilled in structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis methods and tools
- Fluent in GD&T and mechanical tolerancing practices
- Familiarity with components commonly used in space mechanisms (e.g., motors, hinges, actuators, bearings, hold-down systems)
- Understanding of electromechanical systems and motor control electronics
- Experience with design-for-manufacturing (DFM/DFX) principles
- Comfortable supporting environmental testing (vibe, shock, thermal, thermal-vacuum)
- Excellent communication, organization, and technical presentation skills
Responsibilities
- Own the mechanical design of solar array subassemblies and related deployment mechanisms
- Drive system-level and component-level trade studies to identify optimal mechanical configurations
- Build CAD models across the full design lifecycle—from concept to detailed, manufacturable parts
- Perform engineering analyses, including structural, dynamic, and thermal simulations
- Define detailed manufacturing requirements through part drawings and documentation
- Create and maintain supporting documentation including BOMs, materials specs, and mass models
- Contribute to test plans and verification strategies, and participate in qualification campaigns
- Present designs and analysis at internal reviews and provide clear technical documentation
Preferred Qualifications
No preferred qualifications provided.
