Mechanical Engineer at Firefly Aerospace managing hydraulic systems for launch pad operations. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure system readiness and performance during launch campaigns.
Responsibilities
Own all aspects of the launch pad hydraulic systems used for the vehicle support strongback and the hold down release system
Serve as the subject matter expert for these systems during launch campaigns to validate system readiness and performance
Lead design reviews and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including design engineers, technicians, external partners, and site personnel to drive mechanical system upgrades, streamline operations, and validate system readiness and performance for launch campaigns
Support safe movement of launch vehicles and payload segments at the launch complex including hoisting via crane and installation of the launch vehicle into the launch pad support structure
Perform structural analysis using hand calculations and FEA tools to validate designs and provide engineering dispositions for in-service hardware
Lead troubleshooting efforts, resolve any issues and non-conformances that arise during operations/testing, and support anomaly investigations
Opportunities to perform launch console operations or launch day red team activities
Write procedures for system activation, operation, maintenance, and vehicle handling operations
Develop and execute maintenance strategies that maximize system availability and minimize downtime between missions
Collaborate with customers, external stakeholders, and design teams to ensure interoperability and compliance with regulatory and range safety requirements
Provide technical write-ups for proposals and tailoring of regulations
Direct the work of Fluids and Mechanical GSE team members
Write work instructions and supervise the execution of field work in service of the launch pad mechanical systems.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or related engineering discipline
6+ years of hands-on experience with mechanical systems, structural systems, mechanisms, hydraulic systems, tooling, flight hardware or test operations
Experience designing, building, troubleshooting and/or operating complex mechanical or structural systems
Proficient knowledge of hydraulic systems design, operation and maintenance
Demonstrated experience creating and interpreting engineering documentation including drawings, P&ID schematics and test data
Experience with hazard and risk analysis tools (i.e., FMEA, FMECA, FHA, HAZOP, etc.)
Knowledge of fabrication, welding, machining and assembly practices
Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure fast-paced environment
Ability to self-motivate and take the initiative to ensure your systems are functional and operating at peak performance
Ability to adapt to shifting project and/or scope change requirements
Comfortable working in launch site environments with field testing, lifting equipment, and hazardous materials
Willingness to support off-hour shifts during launch operations (nights/weekends as needed)
Demonstrated project management experience, including vendor management, ability to communicate with senior leaders, development of budgets and schedules, etc.
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