Cowboyspace
Mechanism Engineer Level 1
- Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
- $74k–$114k
- Entry level
- Full-time
- On-site · Kent, Washington
- 1+ yrs exp
- Added 3 weeks ago
About this role
Cowboy Space Corp. is seeking a Mechanism Engineer Level 1 to contribute to the development of space-based solar energy infrastructure. This hands-on role involves owning a vehicle mechanism subsystem from concept to flight, requiring strong design, analysis, and testing capabilities. You'll collaborate with various engineering teams to ensure mission success, iterating quickly and resolving challenges directly on the factory floor.
What you'll do
- Own mechanism subsystem through all phases (concept, design, test, flight)
- Perform structural and kinematic design considering performance, mass, cost, and schedule
- Conduct analysis using hand calculations, FEA, and validate with testing
- Define and execute test campaigns, authoring procedures and acceptance criteria
- Develop engineering drawings and documentation
- Troubleshoot hardware anomalies and implement design improvements
What they're looking for
- Mechanism Design
- CAD (NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo)
- FEA (ANSYS, Nastran, or Abaqus)
- Structural Mechanics
- Kinematics
- Materials
- Manufacturing Processes
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Relocation assistance (if applicable)
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Cowboyspace
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
Likely interview questions
- Describe a time you had to balance competing design requirements (performance, cost, mass). How did you approach the situation?
- Explain your experience with FEA tools. What types of analyses have you performed?