Mechanical Engineer III - Design

Voyager Technologies is hiring a Mechanical Engineer III - Design to design and analyze mechanical systems, including solid rocket motor components, valves, and thrusters. The role also involves CAD modeling and drafting, engineering analysis, materials and manufacturing work, and systems engineering activities.

Responsibilities:

• Can apply fundamental design principles, generate basic actuator designs, can solve complex design challenges, analyze igniter performance, perform stress analysis, develop pressure vessel designs, and contribute to solid rocket motor systems
• Can analyze performance, incorporate advanced control systems, and develop hot gas valves and thrusters
• Can perform trade challenges, analyze alternatives, and provide design recommendations
• Possesses expertise in creating intricate 2D or 3D designs, optimizing productivity through CAD commands and tools, producing precise technical drawings, and interpreting complex GD&T symbols
• Can create 3D models and generate complex assemblies and technical drawings with precision
• Can perform basic simulations using CFD software, interpret and analyze results, and apply basic engineering judgment
• Is able to carry out complex structural analysis tasks, dynamic analysis models, thermal analysis, and tolerance analysis tasks
• Can interpret results, validate them, optimize designs, and make informed decisions
• Can analyze geometric features, datum reference frames, and functional tolerancing, providing recommendations for design modifications or manufacturing process improvements
• Possesses expertise in analyzing ceramic properties, evaluating rubber and phenolic insulators for thermal insulation, and contributing to the development of insulator systems
• Has expertise in advanced metal properties, material characterization, and refractory metal processing techniques, enabling them to develop customized solutions and contribute to research and development of new alloys and technologies
• Has a strong understanding of basic design specifications for additive manufacturing, can perform complex mechanical assembly tasks, understands manufacturing tasks for carbon composites, can perform complex machining tasks, understands basic molding and casting tasks, and is able to complete complex manufacturing planning tasks
• Is familiar with established procedures, can perform basic welding tasks, and can collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Is proficient in handling complex communication scenarios, presentations, technical presentations, and writing tasks
• Can adapt their style to different audiences, use advanced software, and manage challenging questions
• Excels in creating detailed technical reports and user manuals
• Has a comprehensive understanding of propellant chemistry, combustion mechanisms, grain configuration design, and the processes involved in formulating and manufacturing solid propellants
• Can perform basic mass calculations, understands mass budgets, and contribute to mass reduction efforts
• Can develop program plans, understand acquisition life cycles, and coordinate activities
• Has a foundational understanding of reliability and safety principles, advanced skills in requirements analysis, and comprehensive knowledge in risk management, leading activities, and developing tailored strategies

Requirements:

• Four (4) to seven (7) years of mechanical engineering experience
• Bachelor of Science required in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship)
• Can apply fundamental design principles, generate basic actuator designs, can solve complex design challenges, analyze igniter performance, perform stress analysis, develop pressure vessel designs, and contribute to solid rocket motor systems
• Can analyze performance, incorporate advanced control systems, and develop hot gas valves and thrusters
• Can perform trade challenges, analyze alternatives, and provide design recommendations
• Possesses expertise in creating intricate 2D or 3D designs, optimizing productivity through CAD commands and tools, producing precise technical drawings, and interpreting complex GD&T symbols
• Can create 3D models and generate complex assemblies and technical drawings with precision
• Can perform basic simulations using CFD software, interpret and analyze results, and apply basic engineering judgment
• Is able to carry out complex structural analysis tasks, dynamic analysis models, thermal analysis, and tolerance analysis tasks
• Can interpret results, validate them, optimize designs, and make informed decisions
• Can analyze geometric features, datum reference frames, and functional tolerancing, providing recommendations for design modifications or manufacturing process improvements
• Possesses expertise in analyzing ceramic properties, evaluating rubber and phenolic insulators for thermal insulation, and contributing to the development of insulator systems
• Has expertise in advanced metal properties, material characterization, and refractory metal processing techniques, enabling them to develop customized solutions and contribute to research and development of new alloys and technologies
• Has a strong understanding of basic design specifications for additive manufacturing, can perform complex mechanical assembly tasks, understands manufacturing tasks for carbon composites, can perform complex machining tasks, understands basic molding and casting tasks, and is able to complete complex manufacturing planning tasks
• Is familiar with established procedures, can perform basic welding tasks, and can collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Is proficient in handling complex communication scenarios, presentations, technical presentations, and writing tasks
• Can adapt their style to different audiences, use advanced software, and manage challenging questions
• Excels in creating detailed technical reports and user manuals
• Has a comprehensive understanding of propellant chemistry, combustion mechanisms, grain configuration design, and the processes involved in formulating and manufacturing solid propellants
• Can perform basic mass calculations, understands mass budgets, and contribute to mass reduction efforts
• Can develop program plans, understand acquisition life cycles, and coordinate activities
• Has a foundational understanding of reliability and safety principles, advanced skills in requirements analysis, and comprehensive knowledge in risk management, leading activities, and developing tailored strategies
• Rocket motor design and testing experience
• Master of Science required in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree
• Current DoD Top Secret SCI Security Clearance