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Manage change requests of released design products.\n\nPerform hand calculations and FEA to develop, assess, and optimize designs. Includes things like structural, kinematic, torque, and force analysis.\n\nDevelop and execute test plans and procedures, including the planning, execution, data reduction, and analysis.\n\nParticipate in design reviews internally and with external suppliers and customers.\n\nPrepare technical reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.\n\nTake ownership over certification work.\n\nCollaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers to prepare mechanisms for flight certification.\n\nWhat we would love to see from you\nIn the role as Mechanism Engineer ideally, you will have the following:\nBachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field.\n\n3+ years of experience in designing mechanisms for the aerospace industry.\n\nStrong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.\n\nExperience with CAD software (such as Nx (Siemens)) for 3D modeling and simulation.\n\nKnowledge of GD&T and change release process.\n\nKnowledge of space environment challenges (vacuum, radiation, extreme temperatures) and their impact on mechanisms.\n\nExperience with kinematic, torque and force calculations.\n\nSystems engineering thinking.\n\nFamiliarity with industry standards and guidelines for space mechanisms.\n\nSkills and Behaviors\nStrong oral and written communication skills.\n\nStrong analysis and problem-solving skills.\n\nStrong organizing and prioritization of tasks.\n\nPositive and flexible attitude to get the job done.\n\nAbility to communicate at all levels of the business.\n\nDemonstrates behaviors consistent with The Exploration Company’s core values of Mission, Vision, Integrity, Excellence and Teamwork.\n\nSpace enthusiast: ready to change the global space industry.\n\nWhy you should join us!\nWhat makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:\nWe’re Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind\n\nWe’re Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them\n\nWe have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space. 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