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The Engineer will be responsible for the fluid control systems that supply propellent to Orbion’s electric spacecraft propulsion systems. These flow systems control high and low pressures of gaseous elements, flowing at very low flow rates. Leading a small team, the Senior Fluidics Engineer will be responsible for the sustaining engineering of existing pressure and flow regulation products, as well as the development of these products to support new thruster systems.\nThe successful candidate will have demonstrated knowledge of fluid behavior across a wide range of pressures and temperature, understand the material issues related to flow systems in space environments, and be excited about owning a product line.\nRESPONSIBILITES\nLead and own project engineering and team leadership efforts by establishing plans, schedules, budgets, designs, and procedures\nFormulate and implement fluid system development and investigation activities, including laboratory testing and data analysis. \nPlan and lead system requirement verification efforts and test campaigns, including but not limited to, receiving inspections, acceptance tests, and qualification tests \nLead efforts with suppliers and manufacturing shops to source flight components, piece-parts, and sub-assemblies \nRepresent the company at technical conferences, trade shows, and other technical and sales functions\nSupport and mentor junior engineers\nPerform other duties as assigned\nMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS\nMust meet definition of US Person\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or directly related degree \nAt least 4 years’ experience in a production environment (preferably in the aerospace arena) \nAt least 2 years' experience with fluid systems or fluidics engineering\nA solid understanding of applicable engineering principles, business practices, and experience working directly with hardware in the aerospace industry\nWillingness to travel on occasion (Ability to collaborate in a team setting as well as be an active individual contributor \nGreat communication skills, technical depth, breadth, and passion will enable you to work effectively with cross functional (electrical, mechanical, software, system, test) product development teams\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\nA solid understanding of applicable fluidics engineering principles, business practices, and experience working directly with hardware in the aerospace industry \nExperience with pressure fittings, plumbing, valves, and vacuum systems\nExperience with production drawings, configuration management, and GD&T \nExperience with modeling tools, including creating solid models, as well as executing and interpreting structural, thermal, fluid, and magnetic field models \nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS\nProlonged periods of standing on concrete surfaces and at times, sitting at a desk and working on a computer\nMust be able to lift/carry up to 40 pound loads from floor level to chest level\nManual dexterity to evaluate, install, and modify equipment \nFine motor skills required for minute adjustments\nCOMPENSATION/BENEFITS: Enjoy a competitive starting pay based on your knowledge and experience. In addition to the excitement of making monumental changes to the space industry, employees enjoy a flexible work schedule, company paid health insurance, prescription drug coverage, paid time off (vacation, paid holidays, sick days), and contribution matching retirement plan. The position is full time and located in Houghton, MI. 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