Mechanical Engineer - Fluid Systems

Interlune is a space resources company based in Seattle, WA. We will provide resources from space to power a clean and sustainable economy on Earth and in space.

We are looking for a Doer who wants to join our early-stage team and accelerate humanity’s progress toward an off-world future. Our engineering team combines expert knowledge of geological sciences, mechanical engineering, automation, systems engineering, modeling and simulation, and advanced fabrication to build the infrastructure that will create an in-space economy. To join our small team, you must be agile, willing to learn, and able to take on multiple roles as needed.

As a Mechanical Engineer, this role will join Interlune’s fluid systems team and be responsible for the physical design, development, and implementation of the critical hardware that will make space resource utilization possible. This position would be full time in either Seattle, WA or Houston, TX.

Applicants from all industries are welcome, with particular emphasis in complex, multi-disciplinary system development. Familiarity with and prior experience in the space, oil and gas, construction, or mining industry are valuable but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the detailed mechanical design of fluid system components and assemblies, including pumps, valves, tanks, tubing, and heat exchangers, through all lifecycle phases and demonstrate extreme ownership.
• Conduct analysis for sizing components including hand calcs and FEA
• Lead design reviews as system and subsystem designs are established and refined.
• Oversee the procurement, assembly, and integration of mechanical and fluid hardware.
• Develop and execute test plans to verify and validate system performance from the component level through to fully integrated system tests.
• Serve as a key design expert, collaborating with other subsystem teams to ensure seamless hardware integration and meet all mission requirements.

Required Qualifications: 

• B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical subject area.
• 3+ years of design experience in the mechanical design of fluid and structural systems using a CAD software design package (e.g. Solidworks, NX, CATIA, or Creo) and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience designing hardware for cryogenic fluid systems.
• Practical hands-on experience with hardware assembly, integration, and testing.
• Familiarity with common manufacturing methods (machining, welding, hand and power tools, etc.).
• Ability to operate effectively with minimal direction, maintaining a high attention to detail and aspiration for technical excellence, and have a demonstrated track record of resourcefulness and success from previous work.

Desired Qualifications:

• M.S. or Ph.D.in Mechanical Engineering, or related technical subject area.
• Direct experience designing and operating cryogenic equipment (e.g. heat exchangers, vacuum chambers, valves, piping).
• Proficiency with FEA software (e.g., ANSYS Mechanical, NASTRAN, Abaqus) and fluid analysis tools.
• Familiarity with industry standards for pressure vessels (ASME BPVC) and piping (ASME B31.3).

Export Control Regulations

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants for employment at Interlune must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Interlune is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on creating our off-world future. Interlune is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Don’t meet every requirement? If you’re excited about this role but you don’t meet all of the job requirements, we encourage you to apply and explain why the experiences you do have are a suitable substitute. We’d hate to miss out on the perfect candidate for this or other roles.

Compensation range for on site WA state employees is:

Target Levels:

Level 2 Range: $96,700 - $145,100

Level 3 Range: $120,900 - $181,300

We will consider candidates with a wide variety of experience levels for this position. Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.

Benefits:

Benefits include:  Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance,  short and long-term disability, and other benefits

Paid Time Off:  Flexible PTO policy with paid company holidays.

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