Mechanical Systems Engineer

Company: Women In Tech
Location: Pasadena
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

Job Summary:Mechanical Systems Engineer will report to the TIO Project Systems Engineer, and s/he will establish and maintain the master geometry 3D solid model of the observatory by translating and assembling the models for the various subsystems created by partner institutions and contractors. S/he will be responsible for maintaining the baseline configuration of the Observatory, including reviewing design submissions for compliance with requirements and interfaces, and will participate in trade-off studies that support the definition of the observatory architecture. The Mechanical Systems Engineer will coordinate all the 3D modeling activities of the project in the area of CAD/Model information exchange and maintain project design standards and guidelines. S/he will check mechanical interfaces and clearances. S/he will interact with the Systems Engineering, Adaptive Optics, and Instrument Groups, as well as the Telescope and Facilities Departments, consisting of scientists and engineers responsible for the design, analysis, and implementation of the observatory.Job Duties:

• Maintain the geometric configuration of the observatory, through:
  • Maintenance and configuration control of the Observatory Digital Mock Up
  • Maintenance of the TMT Mass, Center of Gravity, and Mass Moments of Inertia budgets, mechanical interfaces, and space-envelopes for the subsystems and the entire system
  • Develop the Observatory Geometric Architecture by:
    • Performing trade-off studies to determine the best system design to support observatory operations, including observing, maintenance and servicing.
    • Investigate clash/clearance issues within the master geometry model and enforce system wide interface control by reviewing drawings and CAD models against the interface requirements
    • Create 3D engineering models and some 2D engineering drawings, for interface control and fabrication, to support TMT partners and project office engineers
    • Maintain the Observatory Integrity of the Mechanical Interfaces by:
      • Create, update or modify mechanical interfaces drawings per subsystem request.
      • Develop engineering specifications, design plans, ongoing modifications, and solution alternatives to accomplish requirements
      • Establish CAD standards across the partnership, including:
        • Act as the liaison with and provide support in the area of CAD modeling for partners and vendors who are developing engineering designs for TMT
        • Review CAD models and drawings delivered to the project for adherence to CAD modeling standards
        • Develop and maintain CAD modeling standards, including templates and master geometry files
        • Maintain and oversee the TMT Solid Works PDM system, including:
          • Converting, merging, and assembling CAD files created by the partners and contractors in various software tools into a master geometry solid model in SolidWorks
          • Create NAVISWORK model to support DMU or ongoing development
          • Oversee and define computer models and simulations to evaluate engineering concepts, approaches, and alternatives to meet objectives
          • Create illustrations and animations for presentations and documents
          • Collaborate with engineers to:
            • Define new strategies, approaches, methods and techniques to enhance efforts
            • Direct the testing and analysis of equipment and instruments
            • Prepare reports, journal and/or articlesMinimum Requirements:
              • A BS degree in mechanical engineering, or related field.
              • 3+ years of demonstrated experience in combined CAD and PDM software system management, with SolidWorks and EPDM, in a mechanical, aerospace, or similar engineering environment.
              • Experience with Autodesk Inventor and Pro- Engineer is desired.
              • Experience with engineering design, fabrication, and assembly
              • Significant experience in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
              • Experience writing engineering documents, including standards
              • Some travel will be required to partner, vendor and observatory locations.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
                • Familiarity with advanced 3D modeling and 2D drawing techniques
                • Knowledge of engineering materials
                • Familiarity with fabrication processes and machine shop practices
                • Familiarity with structural steel construction practices would be an asset
                • Knowledge of SolidWorks & familiarity with AutoDesk Inventor, Pro-Engineer
                • Working knowledge of PDMWorks Enterprise
                • Knowledge of software tools for generating illustrations and animations for reviews and reports
                • Good written and oral communication skills
                • Ability to work as part of a team on a large, distributed instrumentation development project
                • Ability to efficiently organize work and to work independentlyThe position could be a remote position.Salary range: $125,700 to $158,900 per year.TMT International Observatory is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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