Title:
Senior Mechanical Designer
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KBR is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to support the Dragonfly mission for KBR’s Science and Space Division. The Dragonfly Lander is a car-sized, nuclear-powered octocopter. It is scheduled to launch in 2026 and arrive at Titan in 2034. It will study that ocean world and collect scientific findings that could change our understanding of life in the universe. Titan is a cryogenic environment, making the thermal insulation and thermal testing development of this program extremely important. We're looking for help on two tasks: the first is foam, and the second is what we call the DTM, meaning the Development Test Module. Although different tasks, they are adjacent and collaborative.
The work will be performed at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD.
The Senior Mechanical Designer will be responsible for:
- Generating requirements and test documentation
- Reviewing Spacecraft mechanical designs including the SC primary structure and component layout (e.g., electronics boxes, solar arrays, telecom antennas and equipment, deployables and mechanisms, routing systems, MGSE, testing and shipping and handling configuration assemblies, etc.)
- Providing analysis and test documentation for CAD models and drawings for all hardware
- Requirements for CAD modeling in Creo Parametric 10, with Windchill for PLM
- Reviewing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) decisions for compliance
- Collaboration with our engineering leads and our manufacturers to ensure compliance with requirements and DFMA
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Experience and strength in Creo Parametric
- Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 GD&T specification
- Candidate is expected to learn and follow Top-Down Design (TDD) methods
- Education - High School diploma or equivalent
- 10 – 15 years of related professional work experience
- History of working with spacecraft at APL, JPL, NASA Goddard Space Flight center, or another NASA center
- Ability to provide guidance and expertise in mechanical design
- Capability to organize and coordinate task level efforts including interfacing with mechanical and structural engineers
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and energetic environment
***Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident ***
Basic Compensation:
$95,300.00 - $143,000.00
The offered rate will be based on contract affordability and the selected candidate's working location, knowledge, skills, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
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