Intuitive Machines is seeking a Mid-Level Mechanical Systems Engineer to join our team. This position will support an engineering services subcontract at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.

The applicant will primarily be located on-site at GSFC in Greenbelt, MD with occasional time at the IM Mechanisms Annex in Hanover, MD.

The Mechanisms Engineer will work in a cross-functional team on the design, development, manufacture, test, and in-orbit operation of flight and ground support mechanisms, such as astronaut crew aids and tools, motor-driven actuators, deployable systems, optical adjustment mechanisms, robotic tools, and fluid couplings for cryogenic and rocket propellant systems.

Responsibilities

• Under the mentorship of a senior engineer:

• Own the design and development of mechanisms and mechanical systems associated with new and ongoing missions on ISS, in cislunar space, and on the lunar surface; provide engineering support for a variety of on-center technology demonstrations in support of these mission activities.

• Perform design and analyses and effectively present solutions.

• Ability to rapidly prototype and evaluate hardware.

• Develop and assist in operations training and crew training activities.

• Develop operational procedures, console user interfaces, and other ops products.

• Experience with space mechanism tests to include test plans, test execution, and test results evaluation.

• Systematically document progress and capture knowledge.

A candidate for this position will be encouraged to take on as much responsibility as practical and will be expected to play a role in the entire cradle-to-grave product development process, including requirements development, conceptualization, CAD design, drafting, supplier relationships, procurement and fabrication management, procedure development, contamination control, hands-on assembly and testing, and on-console mission operations support.

Required Education/Experience/Skills

• B.S degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline and minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical engineering or related discipline; or M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline and a minimum of 2 years of experience

• Proficiency with component design and assembly management using 3D CAD software, preferably Solidworks.

• Familiarity with commonly used space and commercial specifications for materials, processes,

fasteners, mechanical components, connectors, wiring, etc.

• Experience with Microsoft Office suite

Preferences

• Proficiency with ASME Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

• Familiarity with motion simulation software and finite element analysis tools

• Familiarity with performance requirements development for mechanical and electromechanical Systems.

• Familiarity with commonly used space and commercial specifications for materials, processes, fasteners, mechanical components, connectors, wiring, etc.

• Familiarity with common space industry additive and conventional metallic and composite manufacturing processes.

• Experience with the generation of work orders, assembly procedures and test plans for mechanisms functional, vibration, thermal vacuum and life testing.

• Familiarity with standard practices for assembly and environmental testing of space flight hardware as well as the tooling and ground support equipment associated with these tests.

Essential Requirements

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.

• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

• Work may involve sitting for extended periods.

• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lb.

• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, etc.)

• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.

• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements when required.

• Must exhibit professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.

• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

EEOC

Intuitive Machines is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. However, due to restrictions imposed through contracts supporting the U.S. Government, some positions require U.S. citizenship. Candidates for certain positions may be required to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.