Xona Space
Mechanical Engineer II – Propulsion Spacecraft Fluid Systems
- Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
- $150k–$175k
- Mid level
- Full-time
- On-site · Burlingame, California
- 2+ yrs exp
- Added 2 months ago
About this role
Xona is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to design, build, and qualify fluid delivery and pressurized gas systems for their Pulsar satellite program. This hands-on role encompasses the entire subsystem lifecycle, from initial design and prototyping to testing and spacecraft integration. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is key to delivering reliable, flight-qualified hardware.
What you'll do
- Design and simulate fluid delivery systems across various pressure ranges.
- Select and qualify components like valves and regulators for spaceflight.
- Develop ground testing infrastructure for high-pressure operations.
- Implement flow control logic and develop automation software.
- Write work instructions and test procedures for flight hardware.
What they're looking for
- Fluid System Design
- Pressurized Systems
- CAD (SolidWorks)
- Component Selection
- Test Procedure Development
- Automation Software (LabVIEW, Python)
- Problem Solving
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Likely interview questions
- Describe your experience with designing fluid systems in aerospace or a related industry.
- How would you approach selecting components for a fluid system intended for spaceflight?