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Mechanical Design Engineer – Space Propulsion | Structural Design Engineer (Space Propulsion)

  • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
  • Mechanical, Research & Development, Mechanical Design
  • Chiba
  • ¥5,000,000~¥9,000,000

It is a space startup born from a university laboratory in 2020 and develops and manufactures propulsion engines for small satellites. With its unique technology that uses water as a propellant that is safe and has a low environmental impact, it has won high praise from satellite manufacturers in Japan and overseas, and has succeeded in multiple space demonstrations. Commercial projects and mass production projects are already underway, and although it is an R startup, it is a company that continues to grow further along with the expansion of the space industry while building a stable business foundation.

This position focuses on structural design and analysis of propulsion systems for satellites, and is involved in a series of processes from fixture design, assembly, and testing. In the field of electric propulsion, where demand is growing worldwide, you can experience all phases of manufacturing, from conceptual product design to operation in space, while being directly involved in the development of cutting-edge technologies. By collaborating with experts in each field to guide optimal solutions to various technical issues such as weight reduction, heat, and assembly due to miniaturization, students can acquire a high level of expertise that allows them to have a bird's-eye view of the entire propulsion engine.

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Job Description

  • Responsibilities
    - Structural
    design and structural analysis of propulsion engines for satellites - Design
    of jigs necessary for propulsion development - Assembly
    work of propulsion and performance and environmental tests - Extraction and improvement
    of technical issues related to miniaturization, weight reduction, thermal design, assemblyability, etc. - Promotion
    of product development in collaboration with engineers in other fields (electrical, control, propulsion, materials, etc.) - From design to testing, Technical verification and quality assurance in each phase of space operation
  • Requirements
    - Experience
    in designing precision machinery or precision parts - Practical experience
    in design and analysis using 3D CAD - Experience in incorporating into 2D drawings and negotiating with fabricators
  • Preferred
    - Experience
    in structural analysis using 3D CAD - Knowledge or practical experience
    in environmental testing such as vibration and shock - Experience in working with vacuum environments (vacuum testing, handling of vacuum equipment, etc.)
  • Location
    Chiba
  • Work Style
    Remote working possible, Flex working possible
  • Salary
    ¥5,000,000~¥9,000,000
  • Attractive
    Points
    Japanese company with global opportunities, Stock options available, Weekends and holidays off, Venture Company, New businesses and services

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