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Optomechanical Engineer

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scoutspace logoScoutspace · Reston, VA
$120K–$200K/yrFull-timeRemote1mo ago
AssemblyComplianceSolidWorks
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Responsibilities

  • Develop detailed mechanical designs for complex optomechanical space payloads
  • Collaborate with systems, electrical, optical, and software engineers to integrate subsystems into designs
  • Build and test prototype systems for design validation
  • Perform component- and system-level thermal, shock/vibe, and motion analysis

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years of mechanical design experience, preferably for complex electro-optomechanical systems
  • Expert SolidWorks user
  • Thorough understanding of material properties and tolerancing
  • Enthusiastic attitude towards individual and team work and collaborating with geographically diverse offices
  • Track record of component design lifecycle completion, including design, manufacture, assembly, test, and integration
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts and technical information clearly and concisely.
  • Eligible to hold a security clearance.
  • Knowledge of space environment considerations
  • Deep understanding of material properties and tolerancing
  • Ability to tackle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Experience working and collaborating in a fast-paced, small team environment.

Benefits

Open Time OffPaid Parental LeaveMedical, Dental, Vision Insurance401k MatchingHealth Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care FSAWellness StipendWork From Home StipendLife InsuranceLong-term Disability plansCommuter BenefitEducation ReimbursementThis position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range: $120,000 - $200,000Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offRemote work optionsFlexible scheduleParental leave

Additional Information

Scout Space is building a new way to see and operate in space: with a new paradigm of data empowering every satellite to make space safer. We are a rapidly-growing team; we are deploying real solutions to orbit over the next 2 years; and our work will transform the face of spaceflight. We are looking for people that bring excitement and energy to our organization, are curious and eager to learn, and want to help drive our programs forward. We are seeking an Optomechanical Enginee r to lead design and development of Scout hardware systems. In this role, you will play a crucial role in the hardware design and development of Scout's on-orbit perception and autonomy capabilities.

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