Principal Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary Our client, a leader in the aerospace industry, is looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer. Key qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field, with 10+ years of relevant experience in mechanical design, structural analysis, and/or thermal design/analysis for spacecraft systems. A relevant master's degree may be substituted for two years of experience. Location: ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico Job type: Permanent Salary: $140,000 - 160,000 per year Work hours: 8am to 4pm Education: Bachelors Responsibilities Advanced Structural Analysis: Conducted comprehensive static, dynamic, thermal, and fatigue assessments to guarantee spacecraft component integrity and performance. Mechanical Systems Leadership: Led the end-to-end design and integration of mechanical subsystems, ensuring seamless compatibility with broader mission requirements. Requirements & Validation: Translated complex mission needs into engineering specs, validating designs through a rigorous combination of analysis and physical testing. Material & Test Oversight: Optimized material selection for weight and durability while managing critical environmental testing, including vibration, shock, and thermal cycles. Documentation & Mentorship: Authored high-level technical documentation (ICDs, reports) and provided strategic technical guidance to junior engineering staff. Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package including flexible time off, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401k with non-elective company matching, stock options. Qualifications Experience level: Experienced Minimum 10 years of experience Education: Bachelors Skills Professional Engineer Mechanical Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Randstad USA