Field Mechanical Engineer — Spacecraft Hardware & Testing
GITAI Inc.
GITAI Inc. in Torrance, CA is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to design, build, and test interceptor hardware for next-generation space systems. You will own hardware from early layouts through detailed design, prototyping, assembly, field testing, failure investigation, and redesign. The role emphasizes manufacturability and reliability, with collaboration across propulsion, avionics, electrical, manufacturing, and test teams. #J-18808-Ljbffr GITAI Inc.
$125k - $155k
...Earth orbit. Our Ranger spacecraft deliver high delta-V... ...For We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to lead the... ...electric propulsion hardware and associated subsystems... ...propulsion, systems, and test teams. Where You’ll... ...or related field 5-10+ years of experience...SuggestedPermanent employment$100k - $120k
...Spacecraft Engineer Intern (Mechanical) As a Spacecraft Engineer Intern (Mechanical), you... ...our spacecraft design and test. You'll bridge mechanical... ...Fabricate and assemble spacecraft hardware, utilizing in-house manual... ...Engineering, or a related field. Project Experience:...SuggestedInternshipShift workWeekend work- ...leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their elite team in Hawthorne,... ...for designing and building flight hardware, focusing on structures and... ...validate your designs through rigorous testing and real-world applications. This position...Suggested
$130k - $180k
...Description Job Description Mechanical Design Engineer - Develop Next-Generation... ...Propulsion Systems for Spacecraft Hawthorne, CA | On-site... ...qualification of critical propulsion hardware supporting high-performance... ...analysis, build and test hardware, and work closely...Suggested$100k - $125k
...and ambitious. But getting hardware to space is only the first... ...we keep hardware, software, testing, and integration close together... ...for you. Your Mission The Mechanical Engineer, Space Robotics owns the... ...hardware for robotic spacecraft systems, including robotic...SuggestedFull timeInternshipWork at officeRelocation packageMonday to FridayWeekend work$100k - $125k
GITAI Inc. in Torrance, CA, seeks a Mechanical Engineer for space robotics to oversee the development of mechanical systems for robotic spacecraft. Responsibilities include hardware design, integration, and testing. This full-time position offers a salary between $100,...Full time- ...Ventures in El Segundo, California, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and analyze critical spacecraft structures for various vehicles. This role involves... ...and 2+ years of experience with aerospace hardware. You will collaborate closely with a dedicated team...
- ...in Hawthorne, CA, is seeking a New Graduate Engineer, Mechanical to drive the design and production of cutting-edge technologies. You will own hardware from concept to operation, ensuring compliance through rigorous testing. The ideal candidate is pursuing a degree in...
- General Galactic is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and analyze critical spacecraft structures and systems, including Seldon and Dreadnought vehicles... ...ability to move between first-principles analysis, hardware build, testing, and #J-18808-Ljbffr General Galactic
$110k - $164k
...model to automate spacecraft design and... ...learners, and ambitious engineers. Whether your... ...Spacecraft Engineer - Mechanical , you’ll be one... ...integrating, and testing spacecraft in a small... ...mechanical hardware — including in-house... ..., or related field. 5+ years of experience...WorldwideWeekend work- A leading spacecraft engineering firm in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Generative Spacecraft Engineer - Mechanical to design and integrate flight systems. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor... ...operating CNC equipment, and supporting testing and assembly. Competitive salary and...
$135k - $190k
...enabling human life on Mars.SR. MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER (STARSHIP COMPONENTS) The... ...the most advanced spacecraft and launch vehicle components... ...world. Our engineers serve as hardware experts across fluid and... ...in analysis, development testing, and mechanical design....Permanent employmentTemporary workWork experience placement$132k - $198k
...delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads,... ...space missions. SENIOR SPACECRAFT MECHANICAL ENGINEER II Based out of Rocket Lab's headquarters... ...conceptual design through production, test, and operationPerform hand-calcs and...Permanent employmentLocal areaFlexible hours$135k - $190k
...life on Mars.SR. WELDING ENGINEER This position will support... ...launch vehicles, Dragon spacecraft, and Starlink satellites... ...up welding qualification test campaigns and interpret mechanical testing and NDE resultsWork... ...development and flight hardware in addition to developing...Permanent employmentTemporary workWeekend work$132k - $198k
...delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads,... ...space missions.SENIOR SPACECRAFT MECHANICAL ENGINEER II - MISSION FORMULATIONBased out of Rocket... ...definition, configuration trades, test planning and execution, and overall management...Permanent employmentLocal areaFlexible hours$83.4k - $125.2k
...Region Manufacturing and Operations, Mechanical & Environmental Test Engineering Dept (M&ETE), has an opening for a Mechanical... ...individuals. MGSE is non-flight hardware used to support the integration, test, and launch of spacecraft and its various stages of assembly. This...Full timeRelocationMonday to ThursdayShift work$100k - $125k
...delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads,... ...ambitious space missions. SPACECRAFT MECHANICAL ENGINEER II - TS/SCIBased out of Rocket Lab's... ...conceptual design through production, test, and operationPerform hand-calcs and FEA...Permanent employmentLocal areaFlexible hours- ...Mechanical Engineer IIAs a Mechanical Engineer II at Impulse for our Vehicle Engineering... ...for the design, build, test/analysis & integration of your hardware– working with cross-functional engineering... ...plan. Impulse Space's spacecraft manufacturing business is subject...Permanent employmentFull time
$100k - $155k
...Mechanical EngineerGITAI is a space robotics company working... .... But getting hardware to space is only the first... ...hardware, software, testing, and integration close... ...for you.The Mechanical Engineer owns mechanical hardware... ...hardware, including spacecraft structures, mechanisms...Hourly payPermanent employmentFull timeInternshipWork at officeMonday to Friday$110k - $155k
...Mechanical Engineer IIHawthorne, California, United StatesAt Vast, our mission... .... Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach,... ...to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected... ...produced and successfully tested fully integrated engine development...Permanent employmentFull timeTemporary workInternshipWeekend workAfternoon shift$20k
...enabling human life on Mars.SOFTWARE ENGINEER, HARDWARE TEST & AUTOMATION (STARSHIELD)Starshield leverages... ...for the flight control devices and mechanisms that drive the critical capabilities... ...lab instrumentationExperience with spacecraft fluid systemsExperience with high...Permanent employmentTemporary workInternshipWeekend work- ...Description As a Weld Engineer at Impulse you... ...possible using test and NDE results as... ...campaigns and interpret mechanical testing and NDE... ...and flight hardware in addition to developing... ...or related field ~2+ years of experience... ...Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing...Permanent employmentFull time
$200k - $230k
...Principal Mechanical EngineerTorrance, CAApplicants must... ...behind cutting-edge hardware, let's chat!We are at... ...high-impact Principal Engineer to lead the development... ...electromechanical systems, including spacecraft structures, docking... ...: Architect the test equipment and...Permanent employmentSummer work- ...motivated Senior Analysis Mechanical Engineer specializing in... ...aerospace systems and hardware. In this role, you will... ...design through testing, validation, and operational... ...or related field with analysis concentration... ...Solid understanding of spacecraft and/or launch vehicle...Permanent employmentWeekend work
$95k - $120k
...Department: Vehicle Engineering Location: Redondo... ...,000 / year As a Mechanical Engineer at... ...analysis, build, test and integration of... ...Road Map for your hardware. Automate COPV development... ...or related field. 2+ years’ experience... ...Experience working on a spacecraft or launch vehicle...Permanent employmentFull time- ...Production Reliability Engineer (Starship... ...challenge to develop hardware for the Starship spacecraft and SuperHeavy booster... ...design schematics, test equipment, and inspection... ...failure on PCBAs, electro-mechanical assemblies, and... ...marginsSupport production and field operations by...Permanent employmentTemporary workInternship
- Verustruct, based in Torrance, CA, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to design, build, and test the core hardware of its robotic construction platform. You will own... ...analysis, and testing, and scale devices toward field deployment. The role emphasizes hands-on hardware...
- Reflect Orbital in Hawthorne, California, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design and validate spacecraft subcomponents. You will be responsible for delivering critical hardware while managing tight deadlines and ensuring reliability in space environments. The ideal candidate...
$100k - $125k
Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer II - TS/SCI Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design... ...designs from conceptual design through production, test, and operation Perform hand‑calcs and FEA to drive design...Permanent employmentLocal areaFlexible hours$100k - $125k
Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer II - TS/SCI Long Beach, CA Rocket Lab is an end‑to‑end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete... ...designs from conceptual design through production, test, and operation Perform hand‑calcs and FEA to drive design...Local area
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