Beyond Reach Labs builds deployable solar arrays that deliver orders-of-magnitude more power per launch — bringing scalable energy to the places in space that need it most. Backed by Y Combinator.
About the role
At Beyond Reach Labs, we are designing and building the largest deployable structures ever flown to space. As an engineering-driven organization, you will be at the forefront of the company's key technology development. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
- 4+ years of experience in a hands-on engineering role working with satellite or launch vehicle mechanisms
- Experience taking at least one spaceflight mechanism from design through qualification as the responsible engineer
- Experience designing and qualifying mechanisms driven by stepper or BLDC motors, springs, and HDRMs
- Proficient in developing design models and drawings for production and analysis using CAD software
- Master’s or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline
More about this role
They say the best deployable is no deployable, but we believe large deployable mechanisms are the future for large infrastructure in space.
At Beyond Reach Labs, we are designing and building the largest deployable structures ever flown to space. As an engineering-driven organization, you will be at the forefront of the company's key technology development.
To make this possible, mechanical systems will need to be greatly simplified, more reliable, and easier to manufacture. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and validating mechanical systems and actuators for our deployable structures. These mechanisms are used in various applications from solar arrays to radiators. You will be entrusted to improve existing systems while also helping to shape and design the next generation.
Own mechanism subsystems as the Responsible Engineer, from requirements and architecture through flight qualification.
Lead trade studies on mechanism design options and apply First Principles Engineering Analysis to optimize mechanisms and systems for satellites.
Create and review detailed CAD models, including mechanism architecture, material/lubrication...
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