Structures & Mechanisms Mechanical Engineer - Various Experience Levels

Posting/External Job Title

Structures & Mechanisms Mechanical Engineer - Various Experience Levels

Location

Houston, TX 77058 US (Primary)

Remote/Onsite/Hybrid

100% Onsite

Job Type

Full-time

# of Hires Needed

13

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

None

Security Clearance Required

None

Pay Range (All offers will be based on experience)

$120,000.00 - $180,000.00/yr

Position Introduction/Key Duties

Cimarron is seeking Mechanical Engineers, who will primarily be supporting design, development, test, and evaluation of structural and mechanical components of the first commercial space station. This position reports to the Senior Manager - Structures & Mechanisms and will be based onsite and will be based at the Axiom Space Station Development Facility (SSDF) in Webster, Texas.

Note: There are multiple openings at various levels, minimum of at least 2 years professional work experience. Salary is commensurate on skills level and years of experience.

Key Duties:

• Own all aspects of the design, development, test, and evaluation of the structural and mechanical components that make up the commercial space station systems.
• Execute the engineering product lifecycle, holding regular design review.
• Onboard new customer requests, develop requirements and design criteria.
• Perform preliminary analysis using free-body diagrams, hand calculations & FEA.
• Deliver high-quality, peer reviewable, models, documentation, and drawings in a fast-paced environment.
• Oversee manufacturing and assembly of hardware.
• Effective Communication: present findings and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.
• Support collaboration: Peer review other engineer's work.
• Leadership: You will be required to support and mentor junior engineers
• Must be able to work onsite at our Houston based office.

Required/Desired Skills, Experience, and Education

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include but is not limited to testing for marijuana use.
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience in mechanical engineering applied to mechanisms, mechatronics in aeronautical and space, automotive or robotics engineering field.
• Strong knowledge of static & dynamics, structural analysis, fracture control, fatigue, thermal effects, materials & lubrication.
• Demonstrated product development from initial concept to manufacturing, including requirements writing, risk reduction through verification and validation strategies.
• Experience with SOLIDWORKS 3D modeling software or similar computer aided design tool.
• Experience with FEA software packages (Ansys, Nastran preferred) and MathWorks MATLAB & Simulink products.
• Experience creating and reviewing engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y-14.5.
• Experience with Design for manufacturing, qualification & acceptance testing.
• Experience in functional management and mentoring.
• Background with Spaceflight hardware design & NASA standards preferred.
• Show a track record of providing efficient solutions to difficult technical challenges.
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results.
• Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical engineering, or related field required.

Desired Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Master's degree.

Business Profile:

Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Resumes should list employment dates in month/year format (e.g., January 2020 - March 2024) for each position to meet customer and contract documentation requirements.

Salary : $120,000 - $180,000