About Phantom

At Phantom Space Corporation, we provide a rare opportunity to join a startup founded by people who are passionate about what they do. We are seeking like-minded people who inspire others with their drive, determination, and unshakable work ethic, to join our team.

About the Role

The Mechanical Engineer designs, develops, and tests all aspects of satellite and launch vehicle components and assemblies. The Engineer applies knowledge of engineering principles to design products and conducts product testing, creating models and prototypes. Mechanical engineers will be involved in all aspects of the design and analysis process for primary and secondary structures of orbital launch vehicles, satellites structures, avionics enclosures, and supporting equipment. The required analysis tasks include structural, fluid flow, and thermodynamics as required by the various systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Design satellite and launch vehicle components and assemblies
• Develop manufacturing drawings for components and interact with machine shops and fabrication facilities
• Support in house manufacturing with tooling design and equipment selection
• Plan and conduct environmental, operational and stress tests on models and prototypes of spacecraft systems and equipment
• Evaluate designs to see that the products meet engineering principles, customer requirements, environmental regulations, and the necessary safety and efficiency standards
• Develop acceptance criteria for design methods, quality standards, sustainment after delivery, and completion dates
• Evaluate product data and design from inspections and reports for conformance to engineering principles, customer requirements, and quality standards
• Develop design criteria for spacecraft and satellites, including testing methods, production costs, quality standards, and completion dates
• Develop new technologies for use in spacecraft and satellites
• Write design proposals, reports, manuals, and other technical documents
• Interface with customers
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• 3 years of mechanical design experience in aerospace or automotive industry
• Proficient in CAD design tools
• Proficient in drafting fab drawings
• Experience with structural analysis
• Dynamic loads analysis is a plus
• Aerodynamic and fluid flow analysis is a plus
• Environmental testing (shock, vibration, static load) is a plus

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Phantom, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

Salary and Benefits

We are competitive in compensation and offer equity as part of the package. We have competitive benefits that include health, vision, dental, 401K in comparison to other startups.

ITAR Requirements

This position requires compliance with U.S. Government space technology trade restrictions, specifically the International Trafficking in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and additional regulations governing satellite, launch vehicle, missile, and other related technologies. All jobs restricted by these regulations will be contingent upon the applicant’s status as a documented U.S. Person or their ability to receive a trade license from the cognizant government agency; in addition to any required company background checks and in compliance with applicable U.S. laws. Similarly, positions requiring the ability to work on government contracts or a security clearance are also contingent upon the applicants ability to receive the appropriate clearance and be allowed to work on U.S. government contracts.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.