Designer III

At Sierra Space, we envision a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. Sierra Space builds and delivers the future of space transportation, destinations and infrastructure, offering "space-as-a-service" in support of the new space economy. Designers identify design errors, omissions, and other deficiencies, and recommend revisions and/or improvements in designs. Designers collaborate with all levels of mechanical and manufacturing engineers to collectively derive robust, cost effective and reliable designs.
Sierra Space, based in Louisville, Colorado with operations in Madison, Wisconsin and Durham, North Carolina, designs and manufactures advanced spacecraft, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers and international organizations. Learn more about Sierra Space
Primary Responsibilities:
The designer uses skills and expertise to develop highly complex designs from concept trades to final detail part and assembly drawings. These activities cover a very wide product range that varies from advanced mission payloads and electronic systems to highly integrated aircraft, orbital, and space exploration systems. The designer creates and reviews layouts, drawings, and models for clarity, completeness, and accuracy. Designers identify design errors, omissions, and other deficiencies, and recommend revisions and/or improvements in designs. Designers collaborate with all levels of mechanical and manufacturing engineers to collectively derive robust, cost effective and reliable designs. Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing course (ASME Y14.5M) certification preferred.
Must-haves:

• Must have experience with AutoCAD/Mechanical Desktop, Inventor, SolidWorks, or comparable 3D design/drafting package
  Proficiency using MS Office and Windows operating systems is required. Experience with web browsers and email applications in and inter/intranet environment is recommended.
• Must be able to read and use measuring instruments such as machinist scales, calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring equipment. The ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. The ability to "reverse engineer" parts or assemblies.
• The ability to interface with vendors/suppliers on procurement and/or manufacturability of a part.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearance

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services.
Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps
• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity
• Rarely lifting or carrying up to 20 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Rarely exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)
• Rarely exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials
• Rarely exposed to loud noises

Referral Bonus:
$1,500
Estimated Starting Salary Range: $79,264.96 - $108,989.32
Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.