Mechanical Engineer IV

Company: Valley Tech Systems

Location: Folsom, CA

About Valley Tech Systems:

Valley Tech Systems, a Voyager Space company, is an innovative engineering company that is leading the way in controllable solid propulsion and open architecture airborne intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) technologies. VTS’ innovative solutions address technology needs across the U.S. Government and commercial space industry. reentry systems, missile defense, commercial and DoD space launch systems, small launch vehicles, and payloads.

At VTS our mission is to supply the most advanced and innovative solutions to complex problems found in Department of Defense weapon systems. We approach these problems using a “mission-focused”, “customer first” engineering approach. Working at VTS means you will be engaging with industry pioneers at a small company who all work collaboratively to make big things happen.

About the Position:

General Requirements:

Positive, cooperative, self-motivated, and professional behavior
Contribute as necessary to get the job done
U.S. citizenship
Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

General Function:

Under no supervision or assistance, perform mechanical engineering tasks on fast-paced programs. Collaborate with engineering peers, senior engineers, and program managers to help define project scope and perform project management tasks. Lead projects and work independently and within a team to complete engineering tasks on schedule and budget. Communicate effectively to accomplish tasks and support others in accomplishing their assignments. Contribute to writing and reviewing technical documents including reports, test plans, and proposals.

Responsibilities:

Perform mechanical designs for rocket propulsion systems
Design mechanical systems that manage high-temperature gasses
Perform rocket motor sizing and performance assessments
Perform and review design trade studies, identify risks, and perform Monte Carlo simulations
Create designs with CAD models and participate in design reviews
Conduct and review structural and thermal FEA on rocket motor components and assemblies
Prepare and review engineering drawings, and tolerance analyses
Lead hardware assembly and testing activities
Peer review mechanical designs with input for manufacturing, processing, assembly, and procurement
Perform project management functions, schedules, budgets, task assignments, program reviews
Work directly with technicians and suppliers to assure engineering requirements are met
Interact with customers on technical matters and prepare and present technical material
Support business development in technical meetings
Other related job duties, as assigned

Experience:

Required: Seven (7) years to 10 years of mechanical engineering experience
Preferred: Rocket motor design and testing

Education:

Required: Bachelor’s degree required in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university or equivalent years of experience.
Preferred: Master’s degree required in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline from an accredited university or equivalent years of experience.

Skills:

Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, and experience with Visio, and Project
Proficient with CAD software, SolidWorks preferred
Understanding of engineering project management and reporting
Experience in managing other engineers and reporting program status to program office
Proven ability to successfully operate in a highly collaborative team environment
Possess excellent communication skills
Ability to recognize workloads of self and others and delegate tasks to junior staff and peers as needed
Willingness to seek-out and assume increasing responsibilities as work load changes
Aptitude for working with mechanical and electrical systems

Other:

Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time

Compensation:

Competitive with industry standard.

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Mechanical Engineer IV

Company: Valley Tech Systems

Location: Folsom, CA