Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. We're looking for an outstanding senior level Structural/Mechanical Engineer with a background in space vehicle designs and complex electro-mechanical systems integration. The ideal candidate has experience making major trades for satellite bus architectures, including integration of all subsystems, payload, and optimizing for interface with launch vehicle. This is a hands-on role for a highly collaborative individual that combines superb technical, and analytical capabilities to convert trade studies to a qualified physical vehicle, while optimizing for high volume production. Responsibilities · Mechanical design and layout trades contributing to overall system architecture configuration selection, requiring extensive knowledge and experience in understanding, collaborating and
· 7+ years of experience with hands-on CAD design of complex highly constrained systems for optimum spacecraft configuration. · Experience in Finite Element Analysis of primary and secondary structures. · Experience with structural materials and processes including metals, composites, bonded and bolted joints. · Experienced with narrowing down the vehicle trade space with subsystems requirements and ICD definition. · Experience with common spacecraft subsystems: Power Systems (Solar Arrays, Batteries), Electric propulsion system integration, Secondary structures, Avionics assemblies, harnessing,