Contract Mechanical Engineer

Contract Mechanical Engineer

Tucson, AZ

Company Overview

At World View, we strive to be a responsible technology leader in the collection, analysis, and delivery of actionable information gathered by our strategically placed arrays of persistent sensors in the stratosphere.

We provide on-demand, scheduled, and historical aerial data and analytics from sensors deployed to the stratosphere with persistent coverage, higher resolution, and increased value over traditional aerial and space imagery sources.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in thermal management and mechanical aerospace systems for a contract role focused on the design, development, and optimization of systems and components for high altitude applications. These applications include launch equipment, balloons, stratospheric crafts and subsystems.  The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering with an ability to quickly transform concepts into detailed designs, operationalizing, and ruggedizing off-the-shelf components for use in the stratosphere and maintaining simplicity and modularity in systems.

Role Responsibilities

·         Work cross functionally with Engineering and Design teams to develop new and existing products

·         Reviews design specifications and project requirements

·         Evaluates performance issues through troubleshooting and failure investigation

·         Conduct engineering analysis using both analytical methods, manual calculations and simulation tools

·         Optimize mechanical systems, ensuring reliability, safety, and efficiency.

·         Develop and implement testing protocols, ensuring products meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.

·         Work closely with product development and manufacturing teams to ensure successful transition of designs from prototype to production.

·         Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electrical, mechanical, software, and product teams) to integrate thermal solutions into larger system designs.

·         Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

·         Document all design work meticulously, ensuring adherence to industry and company standards and project requirements.

·         Manage time effectively to handle a fast-paced work environment and meet tight deadlines.

·         Work independently with minimal supervision, maintaining high productivity and quality standards.

Qualifications

·         BS in Mechanical Engineering.

·         5+ years of professional experience in mechanical design

·         Hands-on experience with testing methods and instrumentation

·         Experience working with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions into larger systems.

·         Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong analytical mindset.

·         Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

·         Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

·         Solid understanding of and experience with Ansys

·         Use of Design for Manufacture and Design for Assembly (DFM/DFA)

·         Strong understanding of GD&T

·         Working knowledge of ASME standards

·         Proficient in the use of Mechanical Design programs such as SolidWorks

·         Strong written and verbal communication skills

Bonus Points

·         Experience working with Aerospace materials

·         Experience with high altitude balloon design

·         MS in Mechanical Engineering

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

World View is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above-mentioned items.