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Founding Spacecraft Mechanical & Structures Engineer

Hatched Recruitment Group

Hatched Recruitment Group is seeking a Mechanical & Structural Engineer to become a pioneering member of a groundbreaking space company. You will lead all mechanical and structural development for a spacecraft platform designed for high-performance computing in orbit, with a direct impact on future orbital missions. With fewer than ten engineers, this role offers significant influence over design decisions, processes, and product direction, making it an ideal opportunity for problem solvers eager for ownership and autonomy. Bring your experience in spacecraft engineering and contribute to the development of a scalable infrastructure platform in space. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hatched Recruitment Group

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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