Mechanical Engineer

Orbion Space Technology Inc. – Mechanical Engineer – Full-time – Houghton, MI Description The Mechanical Engineer will join Orbion’s world class team to lead and execute projects dedicated toward R&D, testing, and mass production of spacecraft electric propulsion systems. Responsibilities Perform design engineering and team leadership efforts by leveraging established plans, schedules, budgets, designs, and procedures Formulate and implement electric propulsion system development activities, including laboratory testing, data analysis, and engineering documentation Execute system requirement verification efforts and test campaigns, including but not limited to, receiving inspections, acceptance tests, and qualification tests Lead efforts with suppliers and manufacturing shops to source flight components, custom tooling, piece‑parts, and sub‑assemblies Perform other duties as assigned Minimum Requirements Must meet definition of US Person Bachelor’s degree in a Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or directly related degree 2-5 years’ experience in a design engineering and production environment A solid understanding of applicable engineering principles, business practices, and experience working directly with hardware Ability to collaborate in a team setting as well as be an active individual contributor Great communication skills, technical depth, breadth, and passion will enable you to work effectively with cross‑functional product development teams (electrical, mechanical, software, system, test) Preferred Qualifications A solid understanding of applicable engineering principles, business practices, and experience working directly with hardware in the aerospace industry Experience with production drawings, configuration management, and GD&T Experience with modeling tools, including creating solid models, as well as executing and interpreting structural, thermal, fluid, and magnetic field models Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of standing on concrete surfaces and at times, sitting at a desk and working on a computer Must be able to lift/carry up to 40 pound loads from floor level to chest level Manual dexterity to evaluate, install, and modify equipment Fine motor skills required for minute adjustments #J-18808-Ljbffr