Propulsion Engineer (Thrusters)

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.
 
ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.
 
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

As Propulsion Engineer you will be responsible for;

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Perform structural and thermal analyses to ensure the integrity of spaceflight hardware.
• Generate detailed engineering drawings, GD&T, and documentation for manufacturing.
• Support sustaining engineering efforts, making design modifications and refinements to ongoing projects as needed.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical and propulsion engineers, to integrate mechanical designs into larger systems.
• Support prototype fabrication, assembly, and testing to validate designs.
• Conduct trade studies to optimize designs for performance, weight, and manufacturability.
• Work with vendors and machinists to source and manufacture precision aerospace components.
• Ensure designs meet spaceflight requirements, including vacuum compatibility, thermal stability, and structural integrity.

Qualifications;

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in the aerospace industry or other high-tech fields.
• Strong experience in sustaining engineering, including adjusting and improving designs of in-progress projects.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, including part and assembly modeling, drawings, and design for manufacturability.
• Experience with FEA analysis tools (e.g., ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation) for structural and thermal evaluations.
• Familiarity with aerospace hardware considerations, such as materials selection, vibration testing, and thermal management.
• Experience with NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) and ECOs (Engineering Change Orders).
• Strong vendor experience, particularly in working with aerospace machine shops.
• Ability to conduct vendor calls and coordinate component sourcing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• US citizenship required

Salary Range: $125K - $180K

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience 

Note: Due to the nature of the work, only US Citizens need apply for this position

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