Mechanical Engineer - Electrothermal Group
Location: Busek Co. Inc.
Department: Electrothermal Propulsion
Position Summary
The Mechanical Engineer supports the design, development, and production of electrothermal propulsion hardware for aerospace applications. This role spans concept development through production support, with a strong emphasis on precision mechanical design, hardware integration, and close collaboration with manufacturing and test teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for electrothermal propulsion systems
- Create and maintain engineering drawings, models, and specifications
- Support hands-on assembly, integration, and troubleshooting of propulsion hardware
- Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure designs are manufacturable, repeatable, and cost-effective
- Support thermal, structural, and mechanical analyses as required
- Support test planning, execution, and post-test evaluation
- Investigate and resolve mechanical issues, nonconformances, and design changes
- Participate in design reviews and configuration control activities
- Ensure designs comply with aerospace standards and internal quality requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or related field)
- Strong mechanical design skills and understanding of precision assemblies
- Ability to read and create engineering drawings and GD&T
- Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
- Experience with aerospace propulsion, vacuum systems, or high-reliability hardware
- Experience with thermal or structural analysis tools
- Hands-on experience supporting assembly and test of flight or flight-like hardware
- Familiarity with AS9100, ISO, or similar quality systems
- Experience working in prototype or low-rate production environments
- Ability to perform hands-on hardware work and fine motor tasks as required
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement savings plan (401k)
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative and innovative work environment
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space propulsion technology
- Hands-on involvement in advanced mechanical design and spaceflight hardware
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), employment at Busek requires that applicants be one of the following:
- A U.S. citizen
- A lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder)
- A refugee or an individual granted asylum in the U.S.
- Or eligible to receive the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable
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