Mechatronic Design and Test Engineer in Tucson, Arizona
Hiring Mechatronic Design and Test Engineer in Tucson, Arizona FreeFall Aerospace is developing innovative antenna technology for spacecraft and ground stations. We are seeking a multi-disciplinary engineer to support the fabrication and validation of our antenna systems. This is planned as an entry-level position but can be customized to the skills and experience level of outstanding candidates. Minimum Requirements for Mechatronic Design and Test Engineer Candidates must be “hands-on” and comfortable working with hardware and test equipment in a Design/Build/Test paradigm. Demonstrated skills in the fabrication and assembly of electro-mechanical systems (electro-optical devices, [...]
CatSat is Coming Together!
This morning FreeFall Aerospace staff visited the University of Arizona to see the progress on CatSat, one of eight research satellites to be launched aboard a NASA mission in June 2022. The satellites selected under NASA’s CubeSat Launch Initiative will perform technology demonstrations, conduct scientific investigations, and provide educational benefits. CatSat is a partnership of the University of Arizona, FreeFall Aerospace, and Rincon Research. CatSat is a 6U CubeSat developed by UA students from various departments, including Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, Astronomy, Computer Science, and Electrical and Computer Engineering. It allows [...]
FreeFall Aerospace Startup of the Year Finalist
24th annual Copper Cactus Awards Local Arizona community members submitted 255 applications for the Copper Cactus Awards categories, which has been whittled down to 33 finalists. “This year’s finalists represent such diversity in industry,” Chamber President and CEO Amber Smith said. “It’s an honor for all of us at the Tucson Metro Chamber to recognize our region’s small businesses every year at the Wells Fargo-presented Copper Cactus Awards.” The finalists listed below were chosen by 14 judges who scored businesses under different categories. STARTUP OF THE YEAR (sponsored by [...]
FreeFall Aerospace Inflation Control System Validated for Spaceflight
FreeFall Aerospace Inflation Control System Validated for Spaceflight Ready for lift-off, the novel inflatable antenna system developed by FreeFall Aerospace is validated and ready for space! In partnership with the University of Arizona (UA) and Northrop Grumman, on July 1, 2021, FreeFall successfully conducted thermal vacuum tests of the inflation control system. This test validates the performance in simulated space, including the possible impact of orbital debris and micro-meteoroids. The inflation control system is part of the new inflatable Cubesat antenna that will provide Big [...]