About
Skybox Imaging (Skybox) provides easy access to
reliable, frequent high-resolution imagery and HD
video of the Earth by combining the power of web
technologies and a constellation of
microsatellites. By operating the world’s first
coordinated microsatellite constellation, Skybox
aims to empower commercial and government
customers to make more informed, data driven
decisions that will improve the profitability of
companies and the welfare of societies around the world.
Founded in Silicon Valley in 2009, Skybox is
backed by leading venture firms and comprised of
internet and aerospace professionals. Wired
Magazine recently featured the Skybox story:
http://wired.com/wiredscience/2013/06/startup-skybox
Job Description
Skybox has a busy fall/winter/spring: launching
our first two satellites, full speed ahead design
and fabrication of our third satellite with an
eye for scalability of manufacture/test. It's
very exciting and we have a good opportunity to
bring on a part-time mechanical engineer.
The candidate should fit the following description:
- In school or recently graduated
- Wanting to work part time (10-30hrs/week)
- Hands on and comfortable designing/building
- Bay area resident (Skybox HQ in Mountain View)
Software experience:
- SolidWorks
- MATLAB
- Python (optional)
- Mastercam, or comparable (optional)
Completed coursework:
- ME203 Design and Manufacturing
- ME318 Computer-Aided Product Creation (optional)
- ME218 Smart Product Design (optional)
- Structural or thermal FEA (optional)
Education:
- BS or MS (or working towards) in the field of Mechanical Engineering
Experience:
- Demonstrated success with hands-on design projects
Contact
If interested, contact aaron_at_skybox.com and include a resume
Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident
Received on 2013-10-04 11:44:30