EXOS Aerospace Systems & Technologies, Inc. is a leading developer and operator of reusable space vehicles. Our goal is to remove the commercial barriers to space by providing frequent and affordable launch opportunities to space.
As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team, you will push the boundaries of what’s possible in medical research, space education, and space manufacturing! This position demands a strong and capable self-starter who can meet aggressive goals and schedules in a dynamic environment. This position requires considerable judgment and latitude in performing job duties and is expected to function effectively with minimal supervision. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.
EXOS Aerospace is rapidly expanding to meet the global demand for our commercial reusable launch service. Our Greenville facility is seeking passionate, highly-skilled individuals who are comfortable working in a dynamic, technically-challenging environment where they will be given ownership of processes from start to finish. We believe that the strength of our team has been the cornerstone of our success and will be essential to long-term growth as we redefine how the world accesses space.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH ASSISTANT:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform hands-on engineering and liaison role between the design teams and production organization as EXOS Aerospace works to iterate on the design and ramp into the manufacturing phase
- Responsible for the manufacturability and introduction into high-rate manufacturing environment
- Contribute to design reviews acting as an expert in design for manufacturability, design for testability, yield improvements, supplier capabilities assessments, quality control, etc.
- Primary point of contact for production non-conforming product, troubleshooting, root cause, failure investigations and corrective actions
- Lead the initial supply chain development for electro-mechanical assembly components
- Tooling design and validation
- Prepare engineering documentation necessary for the transition from development to production including assembly procedures, test procedures, standard operating procedures, schematic diagrams, bills of materials, suitable alternate parts lists and mechanical drawings
- Update designs when necessary in response to manufacturing issues, parts obsolescence, and system requirement changes
- Lead continuous improvement efforts of established product
- Perform structured root cause analysis of in-process failures
- Perform training of production personnel and leadership
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor of science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience implementing Design for Manufacture and Design for Test
- Ability to create and deliver presentations for design and manufacturing readiness reviews
- Experience transitioning products from design to manufacturing as part of a cross-functional team in a fast-paced iterative design environment
- Experience modeling with 3D CAD software such as: NX/Unigraphics, Catia, Solidworks
- Working proficiency with DFMEA and PFMEA methodology and implementation
- SPC knowledge and experience applying statistical methods to track process capability.
- Demonstrated experience designing tooling in a manufacturing environment
- Hands-on engineer with a passion for continuous improvement and building the best hardware
- Capable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team
- Experience in a fast-paced, iterative design environment within the consumer electronics, mobile handset, medical devices, aerospace, marine or automotive industries
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Position may require overtime and weekends
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), and eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
EXOS Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with our company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.