IC 2027 Launch Vehicle Mechanisms Engineer at The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Internship conversion position for the Mechanical Systems Department. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You’ll Be Doing Evaluate moving mechanical assemblies for launch vehicle, space vehicle, and missile system programs Review and assess designs, analysis results, test plans, command media, and applicable standards Perform analyses and modeling of moving mechanical assemblies, deployment, and separation systems Work closely with program offices, department technical staff, and management to resolve technical issues and assure mission success Prepare and provide reports and briefings to customers and other stakeholders Occasionally travel to contractor sites to attend design reviews and witness hardware assembly and testing Support technical efforts and work with senior staff in support of program tasks. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed Training and mentorship will be provided What Corporate Skills You’ll Bring Strong written and oral communication skills Must work well in a team environment Possess organizational, time management and project management skills Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational needs Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: Master’s degree from an accredited college/university program in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months) Prior internship at The Aerospace Corporation 0-1 year of industry work experience Minimum GPA of 3.0 Experience with designing, analyzing, testing, or manufacturing moving mechanical assemblies Experience with CAD (SolidWorks or equivalent) Experience with finite element analysis Experience with Python, MATLAB The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with management, program offices, customers, contractors, and colleagues Willingness to occasionally travel and/or work off-business hours to support customer needs, 5-10% (as required) This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Transcripts How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Active security clearance Experience with mechanical design, mass properties, materials, and manufacturing Experience with hardware integration and testing Familiarity with multi-body dynamics analysis and finite element analysis Experience with bearings, gear trains, moving mechanical assemblies, deployment, and separation systems Knowledge of AIAA-S-114, SMC-S-016, and/or NASA-STD-5017 standards The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and r