Design heatsinking and thermal control methods for satellite systems
Work with the mission planners to define orbital thermal boundary conditions
Work closely within the Integrated Product Team consisting of other cross-functional engineers (RF, hardware, systems, etc.) to develop full product solutions
Identify requirement verification methods and establish plans to mitigate technical risks through FEA, test, etc.
Support designs through CAD modeling and FEA analysis, with a focus on thermal behaviour in various environments
Generate documentation required to substantiate designed solutions
Generate drawings to communicate design intent to manufacturing partners and internal AIT team
Build prototypes and test to identify key areas for improvement
Move solutions from development, through qualification and into flight readiness
Participate in pathfinding activities for new projects
Act as peer reviewer on other active designs

Requirements

5+ years of relevant mechanical design experience
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering, or equivalent
Understanding of design principles for heat transfer, temperature control, statics, and dynamics
Experience in verifying designs through Finite Element Analysis and testing
Experience with one or more CAD tools (Onshape, Creo, Solidworks, etc.)
Understanding of design for manufacturing and assembly practices
Strong communication and documentation skills working in a multidisciplinary team
Comfortable in an R&D lab environment
Comfortable using basic hand and power tools

Benefits

Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success.
Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents.
Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.
Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events.
Relocation packages available for approved roles.
$1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.
Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.
Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.
We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, five years in a row!

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills

mechanical designthermal controlheat transferFinite Element AnalysisCAD modelingdesign for manufacturingprototypingtestingorbital thermal boundary conditionsrequirement verification

Soft skills

communicationdocumentationteam collaborationpeer reviewproblem-solvingrisk mitigationmultidisciplinary teamworkadaptabilityattention to detailcreativity

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineeringBachelor's degree in mechatronics engineering